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Shoulder Raise

Shoulder Raise is a beginner bodyweight stretching that mainly works your shoulders, with help from your lats.

💪 Shoulders🏋️ Bodyweight📈 Beginner🎯 2-3 holds of 20-30 seconds per side
Shoulder Raise: starting position
Starting position
Shoulder Raise: end position
End position

How to do the shoulder raise

  1. Relax your arms to your sides and raise your shoulders up toward your ears, then back down.

Muscles worked

Primary: ShouldersSecondary: Lats

Sets and reps

Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.

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FAQ

What muscles does the shoulder raise work?

It mainly works your shoulders; your lats assist.

How many sets and reps of shoulder raise should I do?

Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.

Is the shoulder raise good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.

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