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Shoulder Elevation at Zenith with Elastic Band

Shoulder elevation at zenith with elastic band, 3 sets, 10 repetitions

Illustration of the Shoulder Elevation at Zenith with Elastic Band exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10

Description: Stand upright with an elastic band under your feet and the other end in your hand. Slowly lift your arm upward, above the head, to the maximum range without pain, then lower it controlled.

Tips: Keep your back straight and avoid arching the lower back. Control the movement to properly engage the shoulder.

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

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Beginner
Equipment
resistance band
Starting position
Standing, elastic band under feet, arm along the side
Clinical goal
Muscle strengthening of the shoulder
Also known as
shoulder elevation with elastic, resistance band arm lift, standing shoulder raise

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.