Hercules Press
HERCULES PRESS
The hercules press is an exercise used to strengthen dynamic stability of the shoulder. Start by anchoring a pullup assist band to a stable band anchor or squat rack beside you at shoulder height. Stand so that the band is in alignment with the side of your body. Pull the band with one hand while your elbow is bent to 90 degrees and shoulder rotated to 90 degrees external rotation. While making sure your forearm stays perpendicular to the floor, begin to raise your arm directly overhead while straightening out the elbow. Reverse the movement to complete a single repetition.
Muscles involved:
biceps brachii
supraspinatus
lateral deltoid
Related conditions:
proximal biceps tendinitis
rotator cuff tendinitis
dynamic shoulder instability
shoulder impingement
rotator cuff strain
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