Prone W Raise

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Targets: Lower trap, Rear delt

About

Keep your head and chest still, and close up your scapular first to better feel the movement of your back!

How to Prone W Raise

Starting Position

1. Please lie face down on the floor.

2. With your palms facing each other, make your elbows vertical.

Proper Form

1. Fold your shoulder blades and lift your arms.

2. Slowly lower your arms and return to the starting position.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when you raise your arms, and inhale when you lower them.

Precautions

Please be careful not to raise your trapezius muscles.

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How to Prone W Raise

Starting Position

Proper Form

Breathing Technique

Precautions

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