| Purpose: |
To strengthen muscles that stabilize and control the shoulder blade |
| Start Position: |
Stand with back flat against the wall and knees slightly bent; elbows at sides; hands and elbows
against the wall |
| Action: |
Keeping hands and elbows flat against the wall, raise arms upward and return |
| Parameters: |
Use a weight or level ofresistance that allows you to perform 3 sets of 25-30 repetitions |
| Tips: |
Keep elbows, hands or low back on the wall;
maintain shoulder blade squeeze throughout movement in both directions and do not allow shoulders to elevate toward
ears; maintain good posture |
