Shoulder Flexion
Improve shoulder mobility! Shoulder Flexion strengthens & increases range of motion. Perfect for daily activities & overall fitness.
The Shoulder Flexion mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest, biceps and traps. You'll need: dumbbells or resistance bands.
Required Equipment
Shoulder Flexion Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Biceps (biceps brachii); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Shoulder Flexion Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Shoulder Flexion
Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms resting naturally by your sides.
Engage your core and keep your posture tall while keeping your arms straight and palms facing inward.
Raise both arms forward and upward in a smooth arc until they reach shoulder height.
Pause briefly at the top position while maintaining control over your movement.
Slowly lower your arms back down to your sides to complete the repetition.
Shoulder Flexion FAQs
What muscles does the Shoulder Flexion work?
The Shoulder Flexion mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest, biceps and traps. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Shoulder Flexion?
Dumbbells or resistance bands.
What workout day should the Shoulder Flexion go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Shoulder Flexion variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Arm Bent Lift, Elbow Flexion, Resistance-Band Standing Single-Arm Shoulder Flexion and Shoulder Adduction.
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