PADDLE HORIZONTAL ADDUCTION - CHEST LEVEL
Strengthen chest and arm muscles through horizontal adduction paddle movements.
How to Perform
- Stand in shoulder-high water with feet shoulder-width apart and spine neutral.
- Hold the paddles out to your sides with elbows straight, about shoulder height.
- Bring the paddles in front of you, keeping your elbows straight slowly.
- Move the paddles back out to the starting position.
- Complete prescribed repetitions with controlled movements.
Key Execution Cues
Remember: Keep elbows straight. Move paddles together slowly. Feel chest muscles working. Maintain posture.
Safety & Precautions
Important: Avoid if acute chest or arm injury. Do not force beyond comfortable range.
Additional Safety Notes: Do not force the movement. Stop if you experience pain. Keep arms at shoulder level.
Exercise Modifications
Make it Harder (Progressions)
Increase repetitions. Increase movement speed. Increase paddle resistance.
Make it Easier (Regressions)
Decrease repetitions. Decrease movement speed. Remove paddles if needed.