Bodyweight Standing T spine Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Infraspinatus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Infraspinatus
- Secondary Muscles
- Trapezius Lower Fibers, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Latissimus Dorsi, Trapezius Middle Fibers
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Standing Thoracic Spine Press
How to: Bodyweight Standing T spine Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder height.
- Press your arms forward as you rotate your thoracic spine, keeping your pelvis stable.
- Return to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Locking the elbows too much during the press.
- Shrugging shoulders instead of keeping them relaxed.
- Rushing through the movement without control.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated if standing is difficult.
- Use a lighter range of motion if you experience discomfort.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep your shoulders relaxed and away from your ears.
- Make the movement slow and controlled for better muscle engagement.
Bodyweight Standing T spine Press Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
shoulders
mobility
core
bodyweight