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Pilates Exercise: Arm Reach and Pull for Scapular and Shoulder Stabilty

By Marguerite Ogle, About.com

Updated: September 10, 2008

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Arms Reach Forward

Scapula Abduct

Arms/Scapula Reach Away

(c)2008, Marguerite Ogle

1) Inhale and reach your arms forward a few inches. This will open the shoulder blades away from each other.* As you do this move, keep your shoulders down.

2) Exhale and return your shoulders to the neutral position. Your arms are still extended.

This part of the exercise is often practiced lying on the mat as a warm-up.

*To see a detailed picture of the placement of the scapula in this move, go to Scapula Away from Midline.

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