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Shoulder · Strengthening

Shoulder Wall Walks

Shoulder wall walks, 3 sets, 10 repetitions per arm

Illustration of the Shoulder Wall Walks exercise

Listen to the instructions

How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10 per arm

Description: Stand facing a wall, arms extended and hands flat against the wall at shoulder height. Slowly walk your hands up the wall as high as possible without lifting your hands off the wall, then gently descend back to the starting position.

Tips: Keep your back straight and avoid arching or leaning your body. Perform the movement slowly and control each phase to effectively engage the shoulder muscles.

Progression: Gradually increase the number of repetitions or the height reached on the wall as the exercise becomes easier.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Wall
Starting position
Standing facing the wall, arms extended, hands flat against the wall at shoulder height
Clinical goal
Strengthening shoulder muscles
Also known as
wall hand walk, shoulder elevation exercise, wall climbing exercise

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.