Whether playing, lifting boxes, or pushing a lawn mower, we rely heavily on our shoulders as we go about our daily lives. Here are a few exercises to help stay healthy.
Lateral Raise
1 Stand holding dumbbells at sides.
2 Raise arms outward to shoulder height, palms facing down.
3 Return to starting position.
Overhead Press
1 Stand holding dumbbells at shoulders.
2 Press dumbbells upward until arms are fully extended.
3 Return to starting position.
Front Raise
1 Stand holding dumbbells at sides.
2 Raise dumbbells forward to shoulder height, palms facing in.
3 Return to starting position.
Do three sets of 8-12 repetitions of each exercise.
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Comments
These are good exercises to know and do, daily. I carry tension in my shoulders and neck, so both articles here are helpful to have handy.