Help Prevent Shoulder Injury With These Rotator Cuff Exercises![]() Rotator Cuff Exercises: Not Just For AthletesIn contrast to what many people believed, rotator cuff exercises aren’t just for heavyweight lifters; they are for regular Joes and Janes too. Incorporating rotator cuff exercises in your workout routine can provide you with several benefits including improvement in posture, strengthening of the shoulder muscles, and prevention of shoulder injuries. Understanding the Rotator CuffThe rotator cuff pertains to a group of muscles and tendons in the shoulder that connect your upper arm (also known as humerus) to your shoulder blade (also known as the scapula). They provide stability to the shoulder and allow it to rotate. It is comprised of four different muscles which include:
Different Types of Rotator Cuff ExercisesRotator cuff muscles are prone to injuries. Some of the most common examples of rotator cuff injuries include frozen shoulder (adherence of the humerus to the shoulder blade), rotator cuff tear (caused by wear and tear of the rotator cuff tendon), and rotator cuff tendinitis (strain to the rotator cuff muscles). Doing rotator cuff exercises can help prevent these injuries and maintain optimal health and strength of your rotator cuff. Some of the best rotator cuff exercises include:
Doing these rotator cuff exercises is a proactive approach towards strengthening and protecting your rotator cuff from injuries. It’s best to start doing them now than wait for a shoulder injury to happen before you do. Posted by: on 6/21/2016
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