Wall Slide
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Wall Slide focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Wall Slide with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your back against a wall, feet slightly away from the wall for balance.
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Raise your arms to a 'W' position with elbows bent, and press your back, shoulders, and head against the wall.
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Slowly slide your arms upward into a 'Y' shape while keeping your back flat on the wall.
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Lower back to the 'W' position and repeat.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Wall Slide safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your feet flat on the ground and engaged for stability.
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Do not arch your lower back; maintain contact with the wall throughout the movement.
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Avoid excessive strain by moving through a pain-free range of motion.
Secondary Muscles
While Wall Slide 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 Wall Slide, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Wall Slide, 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.
