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Multi Directional Wall Slides
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- HOW: Stand facing a wall with a towel in one hand on the wall. Push into the wall as you slide the towel up and down in different directions. Think of a clock when you perform this exercise. Go to 12 o’clock, then back. 1 o’clock then back, etc.
- FEEL: You should feel your shoulder muscles working.
- COMPENSATION: Keep your upper trap relaxed, don’t shrug your shoulder as you move it back and forth. Make sure to do the clock pattern and to apply pressure in the wall as you move it.
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