Exercise – Scapular Push-ups

Scapular Push-Ups are great for building healthy shoulder girdles. You start in a standard push-up or high plank position. Without bending the elbows, attempt to maximize your shoulder range of motion in all four directions, up, down, forward, and backwards. At the top you’ll be rounded, at the bottom your shoulders will be pinched towards each other. If this is easy, try to roll your shoulders in a circle through each of these positions. Your core should be tight throughout the exercise.

This push-up variation is also great as a warm-up and pairs well with yoga cat-cows, downward dogs, or for mobility prep.