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Shoulder Rolls

Shoulder rolls are a gentle mobility exercise that activates scapular muscles. By rotating your shoulders in circular motions, this exercise helps improve flexibility and reduce tension, promoting overall shoulder health.

Equipment

Body Weight

Target

Shoulders

Difficulty

Gentle
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Shoulder Rolls

How To Do The Shoulder Roll Exercise Properly

1

Stand tall, arms relaxed at your sides.

2

Roll shoulders up, back, and down.

3

Keep chin level, breathe steadily.

4

Reverse direction after several circles.

5

Move comfortably, avoid pain or strain.

Loosen Up Tight Shoulders

Shoulder rolls are one of the simplest ways to wake up stiff shoulders and shake off the tension that builds from sitting and screen time. Circling the shoulders gently mobilizes the joint and the muscles around the shoulder blades, restoring smooth, easy movement.

What Gets Moving

This gentle move activates the deltoids around the shoulder and the upper trapezius across the top of the back. Keeping them mobile supports healthy shoulders and eases posture related tightness.

Keeping It Smooth

Easy enough for anytime use and a staple for shoulder pain and posture, this works best slow and controlled. Roll the shoulders up, back, and down in smooth circles, then reverse, breathing as you go.