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The Shoulder Shrug

The shoulder rotation is another pose which can be practiced anywhere and at any time.

It strengthens and aligns the shoulder region while releasing tension and increasing the circulation to the shoulder joint, which is a ball and socket joint. It also aids in strengthening the abdominal and lumber region as you look to form a solid base.

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Instruction Table
1                
  
Align yourself in mountain pose.
Continuing with your smooth
flowing breath
 
2                
As you inhale, lift your shoulders to your ear lobes, keeping the head erect and soft.
 
3                
As you exhale, rotate the shoulders around
by pushing up out of the chest and squeezing the shoulder blades together, rotating them
in a full circle.
 
4                
Back down into mountain pose
Repeat 3 more times