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Resisted Shoulder Flexion with Abdominal Plank

Resisted shoulder flexion with abdominal plank, 3 sets, 8 repetitions per arm, elastic band

Illustration of the Resisted Shoulder Flexion with Abdominal Plank exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 8 per arm

Equipment: resistance elastic band

Description: In a plank position, keep your body well aligned and your abdominal muscles contracted. Attach an elastic band to an appropriate height, hold it in one hand, and perform a shoulder flexion by pulling the elastic band forward without moving the rest of the body. Ensure not to arch the lower back or rotate the pelvis during the movement.

Tips: Keep your gaze towards the floor to maintain a neutral neck, breathe regularly, and control the movement to effectively engage the abdominals and shoulders.

Progression: Increase the resistance of the elastic band or the number of repetitions when the exercise becomes too easy.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
resistance elastic band
Starting position
Plank position on hands or forearms, body aligned
Clinical goal
Strengthen the abdominals and shoulder stabilizer muscles
Also known as
gainage avec élastique, gainage épaules résisté, planche avec flexion d’épaule, gainage dynamique épaules

Precautions

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.