Floor I Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Floor I Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Floor I Raise with proper form and technique.
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Lie face down on the floor with your body straight and your forehead resting on the ground.
- 2
Extend your arms straight overhead, keeping them close to your ears, with your thumbs pointing towards the ceiling.
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Engage your shoulder blades and gently lift your arms a few inches off the floor, keeping them straight.
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Hold this raised position briefly, focusing on squeezing your upper back muscles.
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Slowly lower your arms back down to the floor to complete one repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Floor I Raise primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Floor I Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Floor I Raise, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
