Isometric Blackburns

ShoulderStrengthening
Isometric Blackburns

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Description

Lie face down with your arms above your head forming a Y shape, thumbs pointing upward. Lift your elbows and hands off the ground while bringing your shoulder blades down and back together. Lower the arms gently, then repeat the movement for the prescribed number of repetitions. Next, lower the arms to shoulder height to form a T shape. With your thumbs pointing up, lift your arms off the ground, then repeat the movement for the prescribed number of repetitions. Finally, slide your arms along your body with palms facing up. Slowly lift your arms off the ground, then repeat the movement for the prescribed number of repetitions.

Settings

Equipment
No Equipment
Positions
Prone Position
Muscle groups
Shoulder extensorsScapular retractors

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