Shoulders exercise · body weight
Rear Deltoid Stretch
The rear deltoid stretch is a bodyweight exercise that targets the shoulders (deltoids), with the trapezius and rhomboids assisting.
- Target muscle
- Delts
- Also works
- Trapezius, rhomboids
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body part
- Shoulders
How to do the rear deltoid stretch
- Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Extend your right arm across your chest, placing your left hand on your right elbow.
- Gently pull your right arm towards your left shoulder, feeling a stretch in your right shoulder.
- Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then release.
- Repeat on the other side.
Sets and reps
Hold each stretch for 20–40 seconds, breathing slowly, and repeat 2–3 times per side. Stretch to mild tension, never pain.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the shoulders (deltoids). The trapezius and rhomboids work as secondary muscles. See all shoulder exercises or every bodyweight exercise.
