Core Knowledge

Movements

Y's - Bent Over

Starting Position

  • Standing hinged over at the waist with the back flat and chest up

Procedure

  • Glide your shoulder blades back and down and then raise your arms over your head to form a "Y"
  • Return to start position and repeat for prescribed number of repetitions|

Coaching Keys

  • Initiate movement with the shoulder blades, not the arms
  • Keep the thumbs up
  • Maintain a flat back throughout movement

You Should Feel It

  • Working your shoulders, upper and lower back

Tags: Movement Preparation, Injury Prevention, Prehab, Shoulder

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