Seated Chest Clam (male)

Seated Chest Clam demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit up straight on a chair or bench
  • 2Extend your arms to the sides, elbows at 90 degrees
  • 3Squeeze your chest muscles, bringing your elbows together in front of you
  • 4Hold for a moment, then slowly release, spreading your arms back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight and chest lifted throughout the exercise
  • During the contraction, focus on the chest muscles and try to bring the elbows close without any force
  • Breath out as you bring your elbows together and breath in as you release
  • Make sure you move slowly and under control to make the most out of the stretch

Seated Chest Clam Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs