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7 scapular stabilization exercises for strong and steady shoulders

Improve shoulder strength and stability with these scapular stabilization exercises recommended by Hinge Health physical therapists.

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Scapular Stabilization Exercises
Published Date: Dec 25, 2025
Scapular Stabilization Exercises
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1. Banded pull-aparts

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2. Bent over IYT

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3. Resisted serratus hug

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4. Push up plus

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5. Shoulder rows

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6. Resisted Y

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7. Resisted shoulder internal rotation

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8. Resisted shoulder external rotation

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Table of Contents
7 scapular stabilization exercises
1. Banded pull-aparts
2. Bent over IYT
3. Resisted serratus hug
4. Push up plus
5. Shoulder rows
6. Resisted Y
7. Resisted shoulder internal rotation
8. Resisted shoulder external rotation
Personalizing your scapular stabilization exercises 
Benefits of scapular stabilization exercises 
How Hinge Health can help you
References 

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