Y Raise Lift Off
Exercise Overview
The y raise lift off exercise is an end range strengthening exercise for the scapular posterior tilters. Start by placing a chair or bench in front of your and go into a quadruped position on a padded surface. Place one hand on the bench in front of you. Lift the hand up and off of the bench maximally and hold this position for up to 5 seconds. Be sure to keep the torso still to isolate this movement to the shoulder and scapula. Lower the hand to complete a repetition.
Muscles Involved
lower trapeziusserratus anterior
Related Conditions
shoulder impingementsecondary rotator cuff tendinitisupper cross syndromefrozen shoulder