Shoulder Strength + Stability [All Levels]
All Levels • 15m
Your shoulders play an important role in helping you maintain good posture while dancing, so we created this workout to target shoulder strength + stability. Classical Pilates constantly cues students to keep shoulders away from ears, thereby helping to lengthen your spine + neck. We'll work through a roll-up series as well as seated shoulder toning + posture work. Enjoy!
Level: All Levels
What You Need: Mat
Exercise Credit: Classical Pilates
[Injury prevention disclaimer: do not participate if you have neck or back injury, shoulder dislocation]
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