Shoulder Shrug Exercise

To start, sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Shift your weight slightly forward so you don't round your back. Relax. Keep your ears, shoulders, and hips aligned:

Raise both of your shoulders as high as you can, as if you were trying to touch them to your ears. Keep your head and neck still and relaxed.
Hold for a count of 5. Release.
Repeat 10 times.

Man lifting shoulders towards ears.

Note

For your safety, check with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program.

Online Medical Reviewer: Ross Brakeville DPT
Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD

Date Last Reviewed: 12/1/2022

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