9 Shoulder Exercises To Do at Home That Dissolve Any Sign of Tension

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Doing shoulder exercises at home is particularly important for maintaining strong posture at all times.

So in addition to focusing on your go-to target spots, you should also be strengthening those shoulders.

Plus, done repeatedly, they help the muscles get stronger, while banishing any signs of tension.

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Move them in forward circles for 30 to 60 seconds, then do the same thing in reverse.

and hold one in either hand.

To make the move even harder, place your feet on the seat of a chair.

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Aim to hold for 20 to 30 seconds, and increase the time as you get stronger.

To amp things up, try adding in a handstand push-up.

Pike hold

If youre… advanced, this ones for you.

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Aim to hold for 30 seconds, and you will feel your shouldersandabs light up.

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Be sure to engage your core to reap the full benefits of the move.

Switch sides, alternatingoverhead pressesand lunges.

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Try holding a high plank for one minute, then do the same on either side.

Be sure to keep your core tight, and your shoulders stacked directly over your wrists.

To modify, come down to your knees.

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Press the weights from shoulder level straight up over your head, bringing themalmostto a touch, then lower.

Start with lighter weights, then work your way up to something heavier as you get stronger.

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