04/23/2026
The serratus anterior is a fan-shaped muscle located on the side of the ribs that inserts along the medial border of the shoulder blade. It is often called the boxer muscle for its role in punching (see my last reel.)
It acts as a key stabilizer by anchoring the shoulder blade to the rib cage and powers scapular protraction, which means pushing the scapula forward and upward.
It is commonly under used and understood but very important for trunk stability, especially during exercise exercises like sweeping in Curling.
The best place to train this muscle and to get more comfortable using it in the brushing position is off the ice with exercises like push-ups, upper body rotations, sing-along row, and even the brushing plank.
If you like getting this nerdy when it comes to Curling and making sure that you’re working the right muscles to help prepare you to be a better brusher or to enjoy your time on the ice longer - look no further than an empowered performance program.
There are 10+ programs ready for you to start when you are, and in the EP lab we are doing a full week assessment starting May 11.
Custom programs are also available and all programs are designed specifically for movement efficiency, smart, progression, and to teach you the why behind why you are doing each exercise.
Is this the or you’re going to finally tackle your off ice Fitness to help make you a better curler?
