Anterior shoulder movements are a set of exercises that help relieve muscle tension and pain in the neck and shoulder.
Anterior shoulder movements are a set of exercises that help relieve muscle tension and pain in the neck and shoulder. Apart from this, people who aim to shape their body can also apply front shoulder movements. Although the front shoulder works naturally in most shoulder and back exercises, sometimes it may be necessary to focus specifically on that area.
The shoulder muscles, also known as the deltoid, have three parts: anterior (front), lateral (side) and posterior (back).
The front shoulder muscles allow our upper arms to move forward and upward. Since shoulder muscles are less stable than knee and hip joints, they are more prone to injuries. Therefore, it is important to strengthen it. If you can increase and strengthen your front shoulder muscle mass, you can better protect the shoulder joint from possible accidents.
Doing front shoulder movements regularly provides you with the following benefits:
- It provides stability to the shoulder joint.
- It gives strength and flexibility to the rotator cuff muscles.
- It protects the shoulder joint and its surroundings against injuries.
- It makes it easier to perform daily tasks that require lifting and carrying.
Front Shoulder Movements
There are several exercises you can focus on working your front shoulder muscles. We can list them as follows:
1. Plank-Dog Pose
Get into a plank position on your elbows and feet with your feet shoulder-width apart. From this starting position, lift your hips up and move into dog pose, supported by your arms. Try to reach up as much as possible without bending your knees and elbows. While doing this movement, your body should be in an inverted V shape. Wait 10 seconds before returning to the starting position.
2. Pike Push Up
For this exercise, which will work the front shoulder and upper chest muscles, the feet are placed on a step board and the hands are placed on the ground at shoulder width. You should make sure that your back and legs are straight. However, your body should stand in an inverted V shape. Then begin to lower your head to the floor and bend your elbows slightly. Then return to the starting position.
3. Overhead Press
Another front shoulder exercise is the overhead press exercise. You need a barbell for this. It is one of the most effective movements in strengthening shoulder muscles. Get into the starting position with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold the weight overhead and lift it above your head. Feel the tension in your muscles and slowly lower the barbell.
You should do these exercises considering your sports history. Otherwise, you may experience possible accidents, so you should be careful and work with an instructor (physiotherapist or sports coach).
This information is not intended to direct people to diagnosis and treatment. Do not carry out all your diagnosis and treatment procedures without consulting your doctor.
This content has been prepared with scientific data on the date of registration and has been checked by the attractivesport Health Services Medical Directorate.
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