Tip: Supine Band Shoulder External Rotation
Rotator cuff work keeps your shoulders healthy. Coach Tumminello discusses why a popular exercise doesn't do the trick and shows you a better one.
December 7
Tip: Angled Barbell Press
This is one of the best, but least used, all-around exercises to improve athletic performance.
November 26
Tip: Push Press – Proper Technique
Most people are holding the bar incorrectly. Here's how to get the best results using good technical execution.
November 16
Tip: Shoulder Rotations on the TRX
Warm up your shoulders and keep them mobile with this drill. Walk your feet out or elevate them to increase the challenge.
November 14
Tip: Single-Arm Push Press with Accentuated Eccentric
Use an explosive dip and drive to power the dumbbell up, then take about 4 seconds to lower the weight.
Tip: Split-Stance One-Arm Dumbbell Press
Build head-to-toe stability and balance along with strong, muscular shoulders. Do 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps with a slow tempo.
November 13
Tip: Single-Arm Dumbbell Overhead Press
Not only is this a great exercise for delts, it'll also strengthen your obliques and abs. Try 4-5 sets of 5-8 reps for strength gains.
Tip: Over and Backs
It's hard to beat this simple drill for upper body mobility. Try 50 reps every day.
November 10
Tip: Scapular Wall Slides
Free up your stiff shoulders and activate your lower traps with this drill.
November 8
Tip: Band Dislocates with Wrap-Arounds
Regular dislocates are popular for warming-up. Add two wrap-arounds to get the most benefits. Here's how.
Tip: The Ultimate Shoulder Warm-Up
Grab a light band and run through this clever drill. Your shoulders will feel amazing and you'll be ready to smash the heavy weights.
November 6
Tip: Iso-Dynamic Lateral Raise
This is challenging, and it'll trigger new shoulder growth by increasing the time under tension.
Tip: The False-Grip Overhead Press
A thumbless grip can help you prevent or work around shoulder issues. Here's how to do it safely and effectively.
November 5
Tip: Band Front Raise and Pull Apart
This comprehensive exercise hits the shoulder musculature several different ways.
Tip: Stand Up While Training These Muscles
It works far better than you would have ever guessed.
November 4
Tip: The Neutral-Grip Shoulder Press
This is a great exercise that builds you delts while also protecting joint integrity. The cable is attached at the bottom of the handle, so you'll be pushing up, not pulling down.
November 3
Tip: Kettlebell Shoulder-to-Shoulder Press
Also called the lumberjack press, this exercise will light up your delts and challenge your core.
November 2
Ditch the Barbell for Big, Healthy Shoulders
Overhead barbell presses can restrict joint mobility and mess up your shoulders. Here are five one-arm alternatives that work better.
Tip: A Simple Mobility Drill for Healthy Shoulders
Do this easy drill daily to fix up your grouchy shoulders and prevent lifting injuries.
November 1
Tip: Overhead Press From Pins
This variation of the press has you starting from a dead-stop every rep. Great for strength gains and working on weak points in the range of motion.