Intrascapular Muscle Contraction
Coaching Tips
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Focus on squeezing shoulder blades
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Hold the contraction
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Relax the neck and shoulders
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Breathe through the movement
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Maintain a neutral spine
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Tensing neck muscles
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Not squeezing enough
Muscles Targeted
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizers
RhomboidsTrapezius
Primary: Rhomboids
Secondary: Trapezius
Quick Info
- Type
- Isolation
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