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Shoulder Extension
The Shoulder Extension is a bodyweight exercise that targets the shoulders, with the traps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Traps
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Body part
- Shoulders
Step by step
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart and arms at your sides.
- Engage your core and keep your back straight.
- Move your arms backward as far as comfortable while maintaining a straight posture.
- Slowly return your arms to the starting position.
- Keep movements controlled and avoid arching your back.
- Maintain steady breathing and core engagement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions or duration.
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