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Scapular retraction on the floor

  • External Rotators
  • Lower Trapezius
  • Rear Deltoid

Available on Calisteniapp for iOS and Android.

Scapular retraction on the floor
Level
Beginner
Muscles
3
Equipment
Bodyweight

This exercise continues in the app.

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01 / Steps

How to do it

  1. On the ground face down with your arms semi-flexed

  2. Retract your shoulder blades, bringing your scapulae together and slightly elevating your forearms

  3. Return to the starting position to complete one repetition

02 / Muscles

Muscles worked

  • External Rotators
  • Lower Trapezius
  • Rear Deltoid

03 / Skills

What it trains

How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.

Strength1
Explosivity0
Technique15
Cardio1
Mobility15

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