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Shoulder Bridge

The Shoulder Bridge is a thoracic bridge progression that helps an athlete begin to articulate their upper thoracic spine and deepen spinal mobility. It will open the chest while the scaps pinch together.

  • Type Of Exercise: Mobility
  • Muscles: Shoulders, Trapezius, Middle Back, Glutes
  • Difficulty: Beginner
  • Equipment: Body Only

Shoulder Bridge

  1. Lie on your back with bent knees and feet flat on the floor, hip distance apart.
  2. Extend your arms, palms down, alongside your body.
  3. Open your chest and lift your hips high, creating a straight line from shoulders to knees.
  4. Keep your shoulder blades pinched together (retracted) and glutes tight.
  5. Support yourself with your feet and shoulders (not your neck) as you hold this position for time.
  6. Keep your feet near your glutes and under your knees and your shoulders, neck, and head firmly on the floor.
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  • Type of Exercise: Mobility
  • Muscles: Shoulders, Chest, Biceps
  • Difficulty: Beginner
  • Equipment: Body Only
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