Lying External Rotation
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Lying External Rotation focuses on Shoulders.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Lying External Rotation with proper form and technique.
- 1
Lie on your side with your bottom arm extended forward and your head resting on it.
- 2
Bend your top arm to 90 degrees at the elbow, keeping your elbow tucked into your side.
- 3
Keeping your elbow tucked, rotate your shoulder to lift your forearm and hand upwards towards the ceiling.
- 4
Slowly lower your forearm and hand back to the starting position.
- 5
Complete all repetitions on one side, then switch to the other side.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Lying External Rotation, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Lying External Rotation, 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.
