Standing Scap CARs
5-10 Min: Mobility Snacks
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1m 53s
This lesson video teaches Standing Scap CARs - a foundational drill for developing true scapular control through protraction, elevation, retraction, and depression. The objective is to get fluid, intentional movement of the scapulae around the ribcage without compensating through bent elbows, swinging arms, or shifting the torso. You’ll keep the arms locked, create controlled tension, and focus on smooth scap motion, because strong shoulders start with a scap that can actually move and stabilize properly.
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