A strong set of shoulders is important for an active daily life. Not only does the shoulder joint have the largest range of motion in the body, but the muscles of the shoulder girdle are also ...
The shoulder plays a key role in movements necessary for everyday activities. Older adults can protect their shoulders by performing exercises that focus on strength and mobility. Reaching, lifting, ...
The overhead press is a staple for good reason. It’s a foundational compound movement that strengthens the shoulders and upper body while engaging the core, supporting better stability, balance and ...
The labrum is the ring of cartilage that cushions your joint socket. It acts like a rubber seal to help keep your joints in their sockets. In your shoulder, there are two common types of labral ...
If you've ever tried to lift a suitcase into an overhead bin, hang a curtain rod, or carry three grocery bags in one trip, you already know how much your shoulders matter. They're the unsung heroes of ...
Step 1 is the starting position. Stand in a split stance to stabilize the body. Hold a pair of dumbbells in your hands. Your hands should be neutral, with your thumbs around the handles and your palms ...
Use a common household item to improve movement and strength. A broomstick is good for more than just sweeping! Cassy Vieth demonstrates ways you can use the handle of a broom, mop or a length of pvc ...
When you run, you know to hold your chest up and proud, keep your spine long and tall, and your shoulders pulled back. But how often do you think about your posture when you’re sitting? The majority ...
Objectives To examine the correction of posture, increase in strength and decrease in shoulder pain and dysfunction in varsity swimmers. Design and Setting Randomised clinical trial. Participants ...