Dolphin Press

ScapulaShoulder
Written By David Song

DOLPHIN PRESS

This exercise is a closed chain stability exercise for the scapular protractors. Start in a slightly tucked plank position. Raise the hips towards the ceiling without breaking out of neutral spine (keep the core braced) by driving your elbows into the ground and upwards. Hold for 3-5 seconds and slowly return to start position.

Muscles Involved:

  • Serratus Anterior

  • Pectoralis Major

  • Pectoralis Minor

Related Conditions:

  • Shoulder Impingement

  • Dynamic Shoulder Instability

  • Labral Tear

  • Rotator Cuff Tear / Tendinopathy / Tendinitis

  • SLAP Lesion

  • Posterior Capsule Impingement

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