THE 5 BEST EXERCISES TO LIFT A SAGGING CHEST

As we age or go through significant weight loss, our chest muscles can lose their firmness and begin to sag. However, with the right exercises and a consistent workout routine, you can effectively lift and tone your chest muscles, giving them a more youthful and lifted appearance.

In this article, we will explore the five best exercises recommended by a professional trainer to help you lift a sagging chest. Incorporate these exercises into your fitness regimen and watch your chest regain its strength and firmness.

Push-ups

• Start on all fours with your hands on the floor, slightly wider than vertically with your shoulders, but in line with them.
• The body should form a straight line from the shoulders to the ankles.
• Tighten your abs as much as possible and keep them tight.
• Lower your body until your chest almost touches the floor, making sure your elbows are tucked close to your torso.
• Pause and return to the starting position.
• Do 20 repetitions.

Dumbbell bench press

• Start by lying on an inclined bench with a dumbbell in each hand. Hold them above you with your arms fully extended.
• Pull your shoulder blades back and down on the bench as you lower the weights toward your chest.
• Do a good chest stretch at the bottom, then press the weights back to the starting position, squeezing your upper pecs and triceps at the top.
• Complete 3 sets of 10 to 12 repetitions.

Dumbbell Lateral Raise

• Stand up and separate your legs.
• Take two dumbbells and slowly separate your arms to the sides, trying to bring them parallel to the ground.
• Return to the starting position and then repeat the process.
• Perform between 10 and 20 lifts.

Cable crossing

• The pulley handles on both sides of the machine should be set to the highest level, and be sure to set the weight to something you feel good about starting with. Feel free to start this exercise with lighter weights before working your way up to heavier weights.
• Feet should be shoulder width apart.
• Grab the handles, pull them down and take your right leg one step forward. Your torso should be slightly bent at the waist. Your chest muscles should be stretched by engaging your core, breathing in, and straightening your arms.
• Exhale and return to the starting position.
• Complete 3 sets of 15 repetitions.

Cobra Pose

• Place yourself face down to do the cobra pose. The head should look down and the legs should be hip-width apart.
• The palms of the hands should be on the floor, each one on its respective side of the chest. Use force with your palms to push your chest up.
• The legs and pelvis must remain on the floor. Stretch your neck well while looking at the sky. Breathing is the key: don’t forget to inhale and exhale!
• Hold the posture for a few seconds before returning to the starting position.
• Complete 3 sets of 15 repetitions.