Mobility: "Alternate Arm Raise"
OBJECTIVE: Open front shoulders &
lats.
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Stand upright and straighten arm at elbow with palms next
to outer thigh facing backwards.
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From bottom position, lift one arm at a time straight
forward directly over shoulder.
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Alternate between right and left sides with each rep.
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Perform 5-10 reps per side with no pausing.
Tips: Make sure you lift up "high" over shoulder to
get the opening effect on anterior or front parts of shoulders. Go FULL
ranges of motion.
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Many older people or those with shoulder
damage will struggle to lift completely over the top of shoulders. Don't
force--but definitely push to open up the tightness in shoulders a little bit
at a time.
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This is one of my favorite "extras"
before I do hard lifting.
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*Note:
This exercise is intended for "normal healthy"
individuals. If you have an injury, or abnormal pain is present,
see your physician or a certified physical
therapist before continuing your exercises. RonJones.Org
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