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Shoulder Retraction PAILS & RAILS

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Yoga Techniques and Fitness

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Overview

In this lesson, we present PAILS and RAILS techniques for shoulder retraction.

Objective

Gain understanding of how to build strength and range at the end of shoulder blade retraction.

What You'll Get

You'll work with a two-phase loading protocol that stretches the front of the shoulder while strengthening the muscles that pull the scapula back. This is essential for anyone with rounded shoulders or weak upper back musculature. Teachers will find this especially useful for students who collapse in backbends or struggle to find shoulder blade engagement.

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