Shoulder Flexion (Flexibility)

1. Sit in a chair sideways next to a table. Lay your right arm on the table, pointed forward.

2. Slowly lean forward. Slide your arm forward on the table. Feel the stretch in your right shoulder.

3. Hold for 5 seconds. Slowly sit back up.

4. Repeat 5 times.

5. Switch sides and repeat, if instructed.

6. Repeat this exercise 3 times a day, or as instructed.

Safety tips

• Stop right away if you feel any pain. Slight discomfort is normal, but you shouldn’t feel sharp pain while you’re doing these exercises or stretches.

• Remember to breathe. Breathing well may also help you do an exercise or stretch for longer.

• Start slowly. If you’re new to working out or doing shoulder exercises, don’t try to do too much too soon. Start with just a few exercises and stretches at first, then add more as you build your strength.

• Check with your health care provider or physical therapist. If you’ve had shoulder surgery, an injury, or a lot of shoulder pain, it’s important to check with your provider or physical therapist before doing shoulder mobility exercises and stretches.