Protraction and retraction of the scapula are movements that occur along the thoracic wall and are essential for upper limb function and overall shoulder mechanics. Protraction involves the scapula moving away from the spine and around the rib cage, as you’d see when reaching forward or pushing something away. The primary muscle responsible for this is the serratus anterior, which pulls the scapula anteriorly and laterally. Retraction is the opposite movement—drawing the scapulae back toward the

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156 reactions · 54 shares |  Tone in 10  Upper body dumbbell workout 1. Bent over VW 2. Shoulder retraction 3. Bent over riw into front drive 4. Chest flye 5. Chest flye into push up 5 exercises 2 rounds 45s on 15s off and repeat This is sped up obviously so slow it down! #tonein10 #upperbodyworkout #upperbody #shoulderworkout #back #womensworkouts #postmenopausefitness #workoutsforwomen #olderwomenfit #olderwomenstrength #shortworkoutsonline | Laura Kidd Fitness | Facebook