How Do You Do Shoulder Isolation Exercises?
Many exercise specialists recommend that you begin and end your workout with a good stretch. You will warm your muscles and prevent injury if you stretch before you start working out in earnest. And stretching when you are done with your workout helps to remove lactic acid from your muscles and keep them from cramping up. Some experts even suggest that if you continue to stretch while you’re recovering from a sports injury, you can actually speed up the healing process. Stretch the muscles in your shoulders and upper back periodically during the day to relieve tension and stay loose. Relax and stretch slowly to get the maximum benefit from your stretching. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and your knees slightly bent, or sit straight on the edge of a chair or bench. Cross your right arm across the front of your body. Bend at the elbow and touch your left shoulder blade with your right fingers. Use your left hand to gently pull your right elbow further to the left. Hold the str