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Shoulder Flexor Strengthening with Wrist Stabilization

Shoulder flexor strengthening with wrist stabilization, 3 sets, 10 repetitions, with light dumbbell

Illustration of the Shoulder Flexor Strengthening with Wrist Stabilization exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10

Equipment: Light dumbbell

Description: Hold a light dumbbell in your hand, arm along the body, wrist well stabilized. Slowly lift the forearm forward by flexing the shoulder until reaching maximum range without moving the wrist. Lower gently back to the starting position while controlling the movement.

Tips: Keep the wrist stable and avoid bending or rotating it during the movement. Control the ascent and descent to maximize muscle strengthening.

Progression: Gradually increase the weight of the dumbbell or the number of repetitions as the exercise becomes easier.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Beginner
Equipment
haltère léger
Starting position
Debout ou assis, bras le long du corps, haltère en main, poignet stable
Clinical goal
Renforcer les muscles fléchisseurs de l’épaule tout en stabilisant le poignet
Also known as
flexion épaule avec haltère, renforcement épaule poignet stable, élévation avant bras haltère

Precautions

Avoid this exercise, or check with your physiotherapist first, if you have:

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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.