Standing Scapular Rotation (male)

Standing Scapular Rotation demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand straight with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2Slowly roll your shoulders in a circular motion, keeping your arms straight with a slight bend at the elbow
  • 3Repeat the process in reverse, rolling the shoulders in the other direction
  • 4Keep the rest of your body still, focusing on the rotation of the shoulders and the engagement in the back
  • 5Perform this movement for the desired number of reps and sets

Tips:

  • Try to make the rotation as large as possible to engage all mentioned muscles
  • Avoid arching or bending your back. The movement should be in the shoulders
  • Do not rush, engage your muscles during the entire rotation
  • Breathing correctly can help to increase the effect, inhale as you start the rotation, exhale during the hardest part of the rotation

Standing Scapular Rotation Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs