Bench Lat Stretch primarily works the shoulders, upper back, and mobility. It is categorized as a mobility movement and uses Bench, box, or chair.
- Primary muscles
- shoulders and upper back
- Equipment
- Bench, box, or chair
- Movement pattern
- mobility
- Catalog difficulty
- 1 of 5
How to do Bench Lat Stretch
- Move into a comfortable range without forcing it
- Breathe slowly and keep the rest of the body relaxed
- Use a smaller range if you cannot stay controlled
Common mistakes
- Forcing range or bouncing instead of letting the position open gradually
- Holding your breath and creating unnecessary tension
Muscles worked
The primary catalog target is shoulders, with upper back and mobility also involved. Exercise feel varies with setup, range of motion, and individual anatomy.
Easier and harder options
Easier option: World's Greatest Stretch
Related exercises and substitutions
A useful substitute should preserve the job this movement has in the session—not merely train a nearby body part. Explore the related Movviva guides below, then compare pattern, target muscles, available equipment, and difficulty.
World's Greatest Stretch · World's Greatest Stretch · 90/90 Hip Flow · Cat-Cow · Overhead Press (DB) · Push Press
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