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"Scapula - Pilates Definitions"

By Marguerite Ogle, About.com

Updated: November 13, 2007

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Definition: The flat, triangular, wing-like bones that sit on each side of the upper back. The scapula are part of the shoulder girdle.

Pronunciation: Sca-pew-lah

Also Known As: shoulder blades, wingbones

Examples: One of the most common phrases you will hear in Pilates is: Let the scapula slide down the back.

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