8K views · 162 reactions | Scapular Movements  Scapular (shoulder...

EXERCISES TO IMPROVE YOUR SCAPULAR CONTROL 🙋When was the last time you had a conversation with your shoulder blade? Last week? Last month? Maybe never? 🔑A major key to a healthy shoulder joint lies in the ability to form a strong “mind-body” connection between our brain informing our shoulder blade of what it would like it to do, and the muscles surrounding the scapula being able to perform said motion. Research currently shows that there is no correlation between poor scapula control (scapula

🔑 The Secret to Smooth Shoulder Flexion? Scapular Control 🔑 Your scapula must stay stable and move in sync to lift your arm efficiently. When it doesn't? It shifts forward, tilts, and your movement loses power. That’s where two key muscles come in: 🔹 Serratus anterior: keeps the scapula anchored to the rib cage 🔹 Trapezius: pulls it down and controls motion These muscles don’t just move the scapula; they stabilize it dynamically so your shoulder works as it should. 💡 Want to train smarter?

38K views · 624 reactions |  Scapular Retraction – Anatomy in Action...

Why Train Scapular Retraction? 🏋️‍♂️🦴 Most people focus on pulling with their arms, but neglect the crucial role of the scapula in upper-body strength and shoulder health. 💪 The Cable Scapular Retraction specifically targets the rhomboids and middle trapezius, muscles that are key for stability, control, and efficient pulling mechanics. 🦾 Pro Tip: Don’t just pull with your hands. Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together. 👐 This shifts the effort from your arms to the muscles that st