Bear Crawl Scapular Push Up - scapular protraction and serratus anterior exercise
Exercise Overview
Bear Crawl Scapular Push Up is a closed-chain shoulder exercise that targets scapular control, especially serratus anterior activation and scapular protraction strength. It is commonly used to improve shoulder girdle stability and help restore proper scapulothoracic mechanics during rehabilitation.
Muscles Involved
Serratus anteriorTrapeziusRhomboidsPectoralis minorRotator cuffRectus abdominisTransverse abdominis
Related Conditions
Scapular dyskinesisShoulder instabilitySubacromial pain syndromeRotator cuff tendinopathyPostural shoulder dysfunctionSerratus anterior weakness