This exercise is Isometric Shoulder Extension and its aim is to strengthen the muscles on the back of your shoulder and your back, which help move your arm backwards.
Standing with your back against a wall and with your elbow bent at 90 degrees. Push the back of your arm or elbow against the wall. Your shoulder and arm shouldn't move but the muscles in your shoulder will be contracting.
To make this exercise easier reduce the intensity of which you are pushing against the wall, or distance you are standing away from the wall as that may decrease any discomfort.
If you find this exercise too easy you can increase the intensity or duration you are holding this contraction, or you may find the Shoulder Rows with a Resistance Band exercise more challenging - a video of this exercise is available on our channel.
Aim to complete the duration and sets as suggested in your free rehabilitation programme from our website.
EXERCISES 🎦
🎥 Shoulder Rows with a Resistance Band
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