Shoulder Internal Rotation
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Yoga Techniques and Fitness
Overview
In this lesson, we introduce passive stretching for shoulder internal rotation, using positioning and time to lengthen tissues and improve rotational range.
Objective
Gain understanding of how sustained passive holds in internal rotation prepare the shoulder for greater rotational mobility.
What You'll Get
You'll position your shoulder in internal rotation and let gravity or props do the work of lengthening restricted tissues. This is the starting point for anyone working on rotation—your shoulder needs to relax into the range before you can strengthen it. In practice, this translates to better access to binds, easier transitions in twisting poses, and less pinching in internally rotated positions. Professionals will use this with clients who guard against internal rotation due to past injury or chronic tightness.
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