SHOULDER SHRUG - ELEVATION
Strengthen upper trapezius and shoulder muscles through shrugging movements.
How to Perform
- Stand in shoulder-high water with feet shoulder-width apart and arms at sides.
- Roll your shoulders forward in a shrugging motion slowly.
- Repeat rolling your shoulders back in a shrugging motion.
- Complete prescribed repetitions with controlled movements.
Key Execution Cues
Remember: Move shoulders smoothly and deliberately. Feel the shoulder muscles working. Keep arms relaxed.
Safety & Precautions
Important: Avoid if acute shoulder injury. Do not force beyond comfortable range.
Additional Safety Notes: Do not force the movement. Stop if you experience pain. Keep movements smooth.
Exercise Modifications
Make it Harder (Progressions)
Increase repetitions. Increase movement speed. Increase range of motion.
Make it Easier (Regressions)
Decrease repetitions. Decrease range of motion. Slower movement pace.