Strengthening your Shoulders and Arms
- Akhtar
- Feb 27, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Feb 15
Everything in this article is with good intentions, and it is acceptable for most clients. However, it is your responsibility to seek medical clearance from a GP if you or the therapist, after a physical assessment, believe it to be the case.
Strengthening your shoulders and arm muscles gets weak and tight over time, and even after an injury or surgery, without us noticing the changes taking effect until we do, that's when we feel pain or discomfort to condition our strength should be part of our routine activities.
In most cases, getting back into some training will ease the problem area and return to normality. However, there are some circumstances where the rehab sessions require a longer time, meaning it would take longer than the usual 2-4 weeks to reach your goal.
To ensure the programme is safe and effective and to give you confidence, you should do the first session under the supervision of a trained and trusted Sports Therapist.
The exercises here are for beginners to advanced levels and are designed to strengthen Shoulders and Arms. If you feel too strenuous or are restricted, contact your therapist or consult with your doctor about whether you should continue.

Hold for 10-30 seconds REPEAT: 6-10 times
Across the chest stretch
Neck release
Chest expansion
Seated twist
Shoulder Circles
Downward dog pose
Child's pose
Thread the needle
Please take the time to study any exercise before committing to it. YouTube has some great guidance videos, and taking notes is a critical skill in any recovery and strengthening programme you start.
Akhtar (SAC. Dip), Lead Clinical Sports Therapist