UPPER-BODY MOVEMENTS

In our Strength Training System, most exercises that are being considered for a specific program will be placed into one of three general movement categories. Upper Body Movements involve rotation of the shoulder joint, elbow flexion and extension. These exercises will increase strength of the chest, upper back, traps, shoulder region, and arms. Typically, the movement patterns are either pulling or pushing in either a vertical or horizontal plane dependent upon body position.

SHOULDER EXERCISES

These are supplemental movements, not typically added to our programs. We offer several different variations for athletes to choose from or we will prescribe based on need.

Dumbbell Bent-Over Lateral Raise

• Begin in a bent over position. Hinge at the hips with back flat and head held in a neutral position
• Hold a pair of dumbbells with arms extended towards the floor, palms facing in
• With a slight elbow bend, and with your thumbs turned slightly down. Laterally raise your arms slightly out in front of you to eye level. Palms facing the floor
• Pause for 2 sec and slowly under control, return to starting position