Dynamic shoulder stability refers to the ability of the shoulder joint to maintain proper alignment and control during movement. It is crucial for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and even individuals involved in everyday activities. Training for dynamic shoulder stability goes beyond isolated exercises and focuses on enhancing functional strength and coordination.
An effective approach is to combine open chain and closed chain exercises. Open chain exercises involve moving the limb freely through the air, such as dumbbell shoulder presses. These exercises can further isolate the shoulder joint, allowing for very specific muscle targeting. On the other hand, closed chain exercises involve stabilizing the body against an external surface, such as push-ups or handstand holds. These exercises challenge the entire kinetic chain, and provide more joint compression.
By incorporating open chain exercises, you can specifically target individual muscles surrounding the shoulder joint, improving muscle strength and control. This is particularly beneficial for addressing muscle imbalances and recovering from injuries.
Closed chain exercises provide a functional and integrated approach to shoulder stability. They engage multiple muscle groups throughout the kinetic chain, promoting overall strength, coordination, and joint stability. Closed chain exercises also help develop stronger synergistic muscle interactions.
By combining open and closed chain exercises into your training, you can unlock the full potential of your shoulder joints, prevent injuries, and enhance your performance in various activities.
See our instagram post from earlier this week that shows 3 open chain and 3 closed chain shoulder exercises – all geared toward improved dynamic control. Incorporating these into your routine can help promote enhanced coordination and joint congruency with reaching, pushing, pulling, carrying, and throwing.
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