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Mobility / Flat Bench

Bench Lat Stretch

A kneeling stretch with the hands on a bench, sinking the chest toward the floor to lengthen the lats.

Equipment

Flat Bench

Experience

beginner

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Rear Delts

Instructions

  1. 01

    Kneel on the floor in front of a bench.

  2. 02

    Place both hands on top of the bench.

  3. 03

    Sit your hips back and let your chest sink down.

  4. 04

    Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing steadily.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.