Shoulder Halo
Written By David Song
          
SHOULDER HALO
This is a dynamic shoulder stability exercise. You may alternatively use a kettlebell or dumbbell if you do not have access to a weight plate. This may be done seated (easier) or standing. Hold a weight plate at chest height and raise it up to your head height. Circulate it around your head and return to starting position. Alternate between going clockwise and counter-clockwise.
Muscles Involved:
- Deltoids 
- Rotator Cuff 
- Upper Trapezius 
- Levator Scapulae 
- Rhomboids 
- Serratus Anterior 
Related Conditions:
- Shoulder Impingement 
- Rotator Cuff Tear (late stage recovery) 
- Strength and Conditioning 
- Overhead Squat Warm Up 
- Scapular Dyskinesis / Dyskinesia 
- Scapular Winging 
- Dynamic Shoulder Instability 
- Posterior Capsule Impingement 
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