Back to Wall Alternating Shoulder Flexion

How to Do:

1. Stand with your back against a wall, feet about 6 inches away from it, and your posture straight.
2. Place your arms by your sides with your elbows slightly bent.
3. Slowly raise your right arm in front of you, aiming to bring it overhead, while keeping your upper back and lower back in contact with the wall.
4. Once your arm reaches overhead (or your maximum range), pause for a moment.
5. Slowly lower your arm back to the starting position.
6. Repeat the movement with your left arm, focusing on controlling the motion and maintaining wall contact.
7. Perform the desired number of repetitions for each side.

Benefits:

This exercise improves shoulder mobility and stability, targeting the shoulder flexors. By using the wall for guidance, it ensures proper posture and helps prevent compensations from the lower back or other body parts. It’s a great exercise for increasing shoulder range of motion and strengthening the muscles involved in overhead movements.