Shoulder - Transverse Abduction

Shoulder - Transverse Abduction demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand straight with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2Extend your arms sideways at shoulder height
  • 3Slowly push your arms back as if trying to touch your shoulder blades together
  • 4Hold the stretch for 15 seconds
  • 5Slowly return to the initial position

Tips:

  • Keep your body straight, don't lean forward
  • Don't overstretch, stop if you feel pain
  • Focus on your shoulder blades touching each other
  • Try to maintain your breath steady during the exercise

Shoulder - Transverse Abduction Muscles Worked

Arms

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Core

Legs