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Exercise Ball Exercises - Forward Arm Raise

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Starting Position
  • These exercise ball exercises require you to start by lying prone over the ball with chest slightly raised.
  • Hands rest lightly on the floor in front of you.
  • Your back and neck should be aligned in their neutral position while looking at the floor.
Action
  • Raise one arm up straight in front of you.
  • Slowly lower the arm back down.
Prime Movers
  • Upper and mid back, shoulders.
Physio Tips
  • If you cheat or raise your arm too high you will rock on the ball.
  • Keep your thumb pointing up to the ceiling to avoid impingement and get full range of motion.
Progression


1ballsRepeat this ball exercise 6 times

2ballsRepeat this ball exercise 10 times

3ballsRepeat this ball exercise 15 times




1ballsBeginner 2ballsIntermediate 3balls      Expert
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