Floor Y Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Floor Y Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Floor Y Raise with proper form and technique.
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Lie face down on the floor or a flat bench with your arms extended in front of you, thumbs pointing up.
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Engage your core and squeeze your shoulder blades together as you lift your arms up into a 'Y' shape, keeping your head neutral.
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Hold for a second at the top, then lower your arms back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Floor Y Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your neck in line with your spine to avoid strain.
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Avoid using momentum; lift your arms slowly and with control.
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If you feel pain in your lower back, rest your forehead on the floor instead of lifting it.
Secondary Muscles
While Floor Y 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 Y Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Floor Y 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.
