Prone Y-Raise - shoulder end range strengthening exercise

Exercise Overview

Prone Y-raise is a shoulder strengthening exercise performed with the arms elevated overhead in a Y position. It is commonly prescribed to improve end-range shoulder strength, lower trapezius activation, and scapular control during overhead movement.

Muscles Involved

Lower trapeziusMiddle trapeziusSerratus anteriorPosterior deltoidSupraspinatusInfraspinatus

Related Conditions

Shoulder impingement syndromeRotator cuff tendinopathyScapular dyskinesisOverhead shoulder weaknessPostural shoulder instabilityShoulder rehabilitation after injury

Equipment Needed

No equipment needed

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