Mobility, Activation Exercises for Healthier Shoulders

Shoulder Rolls: Start your shoulder care routine with gentle shoulder rolls. Rotate your shoulders forward and backward for improved mobility and to reduce stiffness.

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Scapular Retractions: Strengthen your upper back and improve posture with scapular retractions. Squeeze your shoulder blades together for 10 seconds, then release. Repeat.

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Band Pull-Aparts: Grab a resistance band and perform pull-aparts to engage your shoulder muscles and enhance stability.

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Wall Angels: Stand against a wall and mimic snow angels to stretch your shoulders and increase mobility.

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Yoga's Child's Pose: Relax and stretch your shoulders with Child's Pose, a yoga favorite for shoulder health.

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External Rotations: Use a resistance band to work on external rotations, vital for shoulder joint stability.

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Face Pulls: Strengthen your rear deltoids and upper back with face pulls, which can prevent imbalances.

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Push-Up Plus: Elevate your push-up game with the push-up plus, which targets your serratus anterior for better shoulder function.

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