Swiss Ball W Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Swiss Ball W Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Swiss Ball W Raise with proper form and technique.
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Lie face down on a Swiss ball, positioning the ball under your hips and abdomen, with your legs extended behind you for balance.
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Allow your arms to hang straight down towards the floor, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
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Engage your core and glutes to stabilize your body on the ball.
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Raise your arms out to the sides and upwards, externally rotating your shoulders so your elbows point out and your hands are near your head, forming a "W" shape with your body.
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Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
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Slowly lower your arms back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the descent.
Secondary Muscles
While Swiss Ball W 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
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Swiss Ball W 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.
