Internal Rotation Uppercut
Written By David Song
INTERNAL ROTATION UPPER CUTS
This is a rotator cuff strengthening exercise that works on dynamic stabilization of the glenohumeral joint. Anchor a band down next to you and grab it with the arm closest to it. Complete a shoulder flexion motion while keeping the wrist in line with the elbow. Maintain a 90 degree bend in the elbow during this exercise. The forearm should be as close to completely vertical as possible during this movement.
Muscles Involved:
Rotator Cuff (Subscapularis)
Latissimus Dorsi
Pectoralis Minor
Anterior Deltoids
Related Conditions:
Shoulder Impingement
Dynamic Shoulder Instability
Labral Tear
Rotator Cuff Tear / Tendinopathy / Tendinitis
SLAP Lesion
Posterior Capsule Impingement
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