02/09/2026
🏋🏻♀️ Shoulder pain is a B%&@! You increase the pounds on your overhead press only to feel a sharp pinch! ⚡️ What do you do you now?
Well, you’re probably going to want to strengthen your rotator cuff to start. It’s not just for bros hitting the bench press. The rotator cuff is the key stabilizer that keeps your shoulder in its socket and balanced during overhead lifts. When it doesn’t fire well, it messes up the joint mechanics of your shoulder and can lead to pain or injury!
📊 In overhead sports like baseball and tennis, shoulder injuries are highly prevalent — with shoulder pain and overuse issues reported in a significant portion of these athletes, especially players performing repetitive overhead motions. In baseball alone, up to ~17% of all injuries occur in the shoulder due to repetitive throwing stresses.
👉 Swipe through to see 2 rotator cuff strengthening exercises that can help build stability, support overhead strength work, and protect you from pain.
🔥 Strong rotator cuff means stronger overhead performance (and fewer ouchies 😅)! And as always, if the self-help videos aren’t cutting it, go see your friendly neighborhood physical therapists for hands-on, skilled care. 😉
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