Shoulder exercise guide
Supported table shoulder flexion
Slide the arms forward on a table. This guide covers the setup, suggested dose, muscles and body areas targeted, common mistakes, and a comfortable way to start a guided routine.
Supported table shoulder flexion demonstration
Suggested dose
5 slow repetitions
Target area
Shoulders
How to do Supported table shoulder flexion
- 1Sit facing a stable table and rest your forearms on it.
- 2Slide your arms forward while gently leaning from the hips.
- 3Stop before pinching, then slide back to sit upright.
Muscles and areas targeted
- • rotator cuff
- • deltoid
- • pectorals
What it may help with
This movement may provide a gentle option for stiffness or load-related discomfort around the shoulders. It does not diagnose or treat every cause.
Common mistakes
- Forcing a painful range
- Holding your breath
Make it easier
Move only a short distance on a table at a comfortable height.
Safety notes
Stop if symptoms worsen
Aim for a mild, controlled stretch or light effort around the shoulders. Stop and seek appropriate advice if:
- Pain becomes sharp, spreading, or stronger
- New tingling, numbness, or weakness appears
- You feel dizzy, faint, or short of breath
Do not use this exercise to delay care after a major injury or for severe, unexplained, or rapidly worsening symptoms.
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Exercise references
These sources inform the movement guidance. They do not constitute a clinical review of this page.