Swiss Ball L Raise
Swiss Ball L Raise helps increase strength and stability in the shoulder region by targeting the rotator cuff as well as engaging your core.
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Swiss Ball I Raise
Swiss Ball I Raise is an isolation exercise for shoulder flexion that strengthens the shoulder muscles and also works the upper chest. Moreover, the core is also actively engaged throughout the movement.
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Instructions
- Lie face down on a Swiss ball with your chest parallel to the floor. Extend your legs fully behind you and let your arms hang freely on either side of the ball with your palms facing each other. This is your starting position.
- Raise your arms in front of you, stopping when they reach shoulder height and are parallel to the floor. Pause here and then slowly lower yourself back to the starting position.
Tips
- Keep your core tight throughout the movement.
- Avoid lowering your arms too quickly to the starting position.
Alternative Exercises
Floor I Raise
The floor I Raise helps to increase the range of movement in different parts of the body. It strengthens the upper back, shoulders, and traps.
Floor Y Raise
Floor Y Raise targets your shoulders and chest and strengthens and tones your upper body. This exercise helps to improve posture, sculpts the shoulders, and lifts the breasts.
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