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Upper Back Floor Hand Raises

Upper Back Bodyweight

Description

The upper back floor hand raise is a bodyweight exercise that targets the upper back, rear shoulders, and postural muscles. It helps improve shoulder stability, posture, and upper-body endurance. This exercise is effective for strengthening the muscles that support healthy shoulder function and spinal alignment.

How To

01 Lie face down, arms extended overhead, forehead resting light on the floor
02 Brace your core to protect your low back
03 Lift your arms by squeezing your upper back, elbows staying straight
04 Pause and hold at the top of the range
05 Lower under control back to the floor

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