Isometric Shoulder Extension
Exercise Overview
This is an effort based isometric contraction exercise that uses a wall. Stand against a wall facing away from it with your elbows straight. With your palms facing the wall, press backwards into the wall by slowly ramping up your strength over the course of 3 seconds. Hold your maximal tolerable contraction for 5-7 seconds before ramping your strength back down to a rest (again over a 3 second count).
Muscles Involved
Rotator CuffTeres MinorLatissimus DorsiTeres MajorTriceps BrachiiRotator Cuff TearRotator Cuff TendinitisBiceps Pulley DysfunctionAC Joint SprainShoulder ImpingementTeres Minor StrainLatissimus Dorsi StrainTeres Major Strain
Related Conditions
Rotator Cuff TendinopathyBiceps TendinopathyPostural Strain