Instructions:
- 1Start by standing or siting upright, retract your shoulder blades pulling them towards each other.
- 2Engage your trapezius and rhomboids to push your shoulders down without bending your arms.
- 3Hold the position for a moment then return to the initial position.
- 4Repeat this set for the desired amount of repetitions.
- 5To increase intensity, perform this exercise while hanging from a pull-up bar.
Tips:
- Always keep your core engaged to assist balance and prevent straining of other muscles.
- Avoid shrugging your shoulders up towards your ears to prevent neck strain.
- Keep your neck and spine in a neutral position throughout the exercise.
- Breathe properly: Inhale while retracting your shoulder blades, exhale while pushing them down.