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Shoulders · Beginner

Dowel Pass Through

Standing dowel pass-through for controlled shoulder flexion, extension, and overhead range.

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Dowel Pass Through demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

ShouldersRotator CuffUpper Back

Equipment

Dowel

Sets × reps

2 × 12

Rest

30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand tall holding a dowel in front of your thighs with a wide overhand grip.
  2. 02Brace your trunk, keep your elbows straight, and draw your shoulders gently away from your ears.
  3. 03Raise the dowel overhead and continue behind your body through a smooth, pain-free shoulder range.
  4. 04Reverse the same path to bring the dowel back to the front without bending your elbows.
  5. 05Adjust your grip wider if needed and avoid forcing the dowel past a restricted or painful point.

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