Sentences with phrase «scapular protraction»

A few other factors contribute to APT - first is scapular protraction / strong pressing muscles combined with weaker scapular retraction, which forces even more lower back arch to keep the torso more or less upright and head over the hips.

I prefer to focus on the running form and activation itself via running drills - diaphragmatic breathing drills to prevent excessive chest rise (which worsens lower back arching), elevated hand position with low elbows and minimal crossover to facilitate scapular protraction, and shortened strides / cadence drills to prevent overstriding.

The serratus anterior is often called the «boxer's muscle» because it is highly developed in professional boxers due to the scapular protraction that occurs during a punching motion.

For instance, for her scapular protraction, we can find an opposition within the bench press itself.

Not exact matches

If you are an athlete, rhomboid contraction and scapular movement (retraction / protraction) is more useful for strength and power development.