External Shoulder Rotation Stretch

External Shoulder Rotation Stretch

Description

This exercise involves stretching the muscles in the shoulders by rotating them externally. It can help improve flexibility and range of motion in the shoulders.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

External Shoulder Rotation Stretch Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms at your sides.
  2. Hold a resistance band in both hands with your palms facing up and your elbows bent at a 90-degree angle.
  3. Keeping your elbows at your sides, slowly rotate your forearms outward until your hands are at shoulder height.
  4. Hold the stretch for 10-15 seconds, then slowly release and repeat for 10-15 repetitions.

External Shoulder Rotation Stretch Form & Visual

External Shoulder Rotation Stretch

External Shoulder Rotation Stretch Benefits

  • Improves flexibility and range of motion in the shoulders
  • Helps prevent shoulder injuries
  • Relieves tension and tightness in the shoulders
  • Can improve posture and alignment
  • May help alleviate shoulder pain and discomfort

External Shoulder Rotation Stretch Muscles Worked

  • Rotator cuff muscles
  • Deltoid muscle
  • Trapezius muscle
  • Infraspinatus muscle
  • Terres minor muscle

External Shoulder Rotation Stretch Variations & Alternatives

  • Standing External Shoulder Rotation Stretch
  • Seated External Shoulder Rotation Stretch
  • Wall External Shoulder Rotation Stretch
  • Doorway External Shoulder Rotation Stretch
  • Tabletop External Shoulder Rotation Stretch