Without a strong set of rotator cuff muscles, the shoulder doesnt move the way its designed to move.
Thats why we feel pain and get angry aches.
Improving your shoulder stability isnt only about strengthening your rotator cuff muscles, though.
Kelsey McClellan
The following rotator cuff workout created by Fagan does just that.
The Workout
What you need:A light-resistancemini bandand anexercise mat.
The Exercises
Directions
Complete 1215 reps of each exercise.
Rest 1520 seconds between moves.
Complete 3 rounds total.
Banded Shoulder External Rotation
Wrap a mini band around your wrists with your palms facing each other.
Bend your elbows so your forearms are in a straight line.
This is starting position.
This is 1 rep.
Try not to rock from side to side.
(If you find yourself rocking, you could widen your legs for balance.)
Do the same with your right hand to your left shoulder.
Your core gets an added bonus here too.
I-Y-T Raise
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
With your core engaged, hinge forward slightly, keeping a slight bend in your knees.
Bring your arms up straight, keeping them in line with your shoulders.
This is the I-part of the exercise.
Bring your arms down.
Bring your arms up straight and out at a 45-degree angle.
This is the Y-part of the exercise.
Bring your arms down.
Bring your arms directly out to the sides, bringing your shoulder blades together.
This is the T-part of the exercise.
Bring your arms down.
This is 1 rep.
