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Shoulder Protraction PNF

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Overview

In this lesson, we present PNF techniques for shoulder protraction.

Objective

Gain understanding of how to use contract-relax methods to increase shoulder blade mobility in protraction.

What You'll Get

You'll work with resistance patterns that help your nervous system release restrictions around the scapula. This is particularly useful for students with tight upper backs or those who struggle to find shoulder blade movement in arm balances. For professionals, it's a fast and effective intervention for improving scapular mechanics.

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