Chest · Bodyweight
Wall Pec Stretch
How to do the wall pec stretch, the muscles it works, and the mistakes to avoid. Pulled straight from the Kovo app's exercise library.
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Logged as
- Timed hold
- Movement
- Extension
- Mechanic
- Mobility
How to do it
Move into the stretch position slowly until you feel a gentle pull on the target muscle. Hold the stretch while breathing deeply, avoiding any bouncing or pain.
- 1Feel a stretch across your chest and front shoulder as you place your forearm on the wall and turn away
- 2Keep your shoulder down and back
- 3Hold the stretch while breathing deeply
Common mistakes
- Avoid leaning forward or twisting excessively
- Don't force your arm behind you; ease into the stretch
- Avoid shrugging your shoulder toward your ear
Muscles worked
The wall pec stretch works the upper chest and mid chest.
- Upper ChestSupport
- Mid ChestSupport
- Front DeltsMinor
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Last reviewed April 2026.