Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation
Strengthen your rotator cuffs with Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotations. A simple exercise for improved shoulder health and stability.
The Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation mainly works the shoulders. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation Muscles Worked
Primary
Rotator Cuff (infraspinatus); Shoulder Rotator (subscapularis); Shoulder Abductor (supraspinatus); Small Rotator (teres minor)
Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation
Lie down on a flat surface on your stomach with your arms extended straight in front of you.
Keep your head in a neutral position looking at the floor.
With palms facing down, lift your arms up off the ground creating a small gap, emphasizing the rotation at the shoulders.
Hold this elevated position for a brief moment, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
Make sure the movement is controlled and focus on engaging your shoulder muscles.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
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Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation FAQs
What muscles does the Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation work?
The Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation mainly works the shoulders. The main muscles are the infraspinatus, subscapularis, supraspinatus and teres minor.
What equipment do you need for the Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation?
None. The Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Bodyweight Standing Scapular External Rotation, Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation, Cable Kneeling Shoulder Internal Rotation and Cable 90-Degree Shoulder External Rotation.
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