Seated Shoulder Swimmers
Joint Focus: SHOULDERS
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2m 28s
This video covers Seated Shoulder Swimmers - a controlled, flowing drill that helps you improve how the shoulder moves through its workspace without stiffness, hitching, or “jumping” between positions. The purpose is to build smooth, coordinated shoulder mechanics by moving through transitions slowly and deliberately, reinforcing better control of the shoulder complex (GH joint + scap on the ribcage).
Smooth, controlled shoulder movement matters because most shoulder issues show up during transitions - reaching overhead, moving behind the body, pressing, hanging, or cycling reps under fatigue. When movement is jerky or you rely on compensations (rib flare, neck tension, scap dumping), you lose efficiency and often irritate the joint over time. Shoulder swimmers train cleaner pathways, better awareness, and more confident range you can actually use.
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