All you need for this easy routine is seven minutes and a dish towel.
Each video in our new workout series starts with a test, and in this first installment, Lindy Royer, talented physiotherapist and Pilates instructor at Lindywell, shows us how to measure upper body mobility, specifically the range of motion of your shoulder girdle.
Here’s a quick test, so easy that I remember doing it in 4th grade gym class: Place one hand behind your back and, palm facing outward, bring it up slightly so that it’s between your shoulder blades. Then bring your other hand down behind your head so that your hands meet in the middle.
When I tried it, do not have It’s not as easy as I remembered. (And I don’t recall any clicking or creaking the last time I tried this.) The mass of muscles and ligaments that support the shoulder are essential for reaching into a cupboard or hugging a grandchild. The area is also important for stabilizing the neck and head, and if there’s any weakness there, did it This can lead to neck pain and headaches.
If you’re having trouble with this movement, don’t worry: Royer and the team at LindyWell have created a quick, simple routine to strengthen and improve your upper body flexibility.
Give it a try. All you need is a dish towel and 7.5 minutes of your time. Try other Lindywell products. We’ve got a deal for you. Get 14 days free and save up to $50 just by becoming a member of the KCM community. No promo code needed.
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