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Flexed Elbow Scapular CAR

Single-arm scapular controlled articular rotation with the elbow bent and trunk held still.

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Flexed Elbow Scapular CAR demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

ShouldersUpper Back

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

2 × 5 / side

Rest

30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand tall with one elbow bent about 90 degrees, the upper arm close to your side, and your trunk completely still.
  2. 02Keep the elbow angle fixed as you elevate the shoulder blade toward the ear without tilting your head.
  3. 03Glide the shoulder blade forward around the rib cage, then draw it downward as far as you can control.
  4. 04Continue the circle by retracting the shoulder blade toward the spine and returning to the starting position.
  5. 05Perform slow, smooth circles through the largest pain-free range, reverse direction, and then switch sides.

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