< u style='color: blue'>ShoulderMobility training: Figure 8 shoulder wrap
In previous articles we introduced the importance of shoulder joint mobility:
The shoulder joint is the most mobile joint in the human body and can rotate almost 360 degrees
The smoothness of shoulder movement is very important during exercise, but the shoulders must participate in all upper limb movements! When your shoulder mobility is limited, it can cause a series of problems!
Today I will share with you a great movement to help you improve your shoulder flexibility!
8-shaped shoulder wrap
The tool is an elastic band or a towel. The elastic band will be better. The elastic contraction will not appear stiff, which is more harmful to the shoulders. friendly!
Action demonstration:
Keep your body straight and do not swing back and forth. .
Hold the elastic bands with your palms facing down
As shown in the picture: the elbow joint is slightly bent and fixed, raise one arm to the side, and then follow the PVC with the other hand The water pipe goes around the back of the body. Then alternate. Like drawing a number 8!
Note:
Pay attention to the position of your shoulder blades and allow your shoulder blades to move freely. If you feel stuck during the movement, it is recommended to take some time. The effect will be better after stretching the thoracic spine, anterior pectoral muscles and latissimus dorsi!