Scapula Stabilizing: Upper W’s

Notice position of the cable cross arms.

Things to Feel:

  • Weight in mid foot to heels, knees slightly bent, butt is leaning slightly away from machine, chest up, abs engaged, arms are holding a slight angle, elbows should be holding the angle, push through knuckles, feel fingers wrapping around the handle
  • Breath: Inhale on the push, exhale on the return (it will feel weird, keep at it, your lungs will thank you on the third set)
  • Weight Stack starts easy 10 lbs. The upper limit of this exercise is around 35 lbs. The muscle groups on this exercise are smaller, so start slow. 10-15 reps for 2-3 sets