
shoulder rehabilitation and overhead strength program
v1by FitnessGrid
An 8-week evidence-based progression focusing on scapular stability, rotator cuff endurance, and overhead strength.
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Procedure
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Phase 1 Initiation (Weeks 1–3):
- Create a 3-day weekly structure using
create_week. - Use
create_workoutandadd_exerciseto build sessions focused on "Stability & Integration." - For all movements, use
create_noteto specify the Scapular Plane technical standard (30° forward of the frontal plane). - Add the following exercises to each session:
- Wall Slides w/ Lift-Off: 3 x 10 (Cue: "Slide up, then reach for the ceiling").
- Serratus Punches: 3 x 12 (Cue: "Push the wall away without shrugging").
- Side-Lying External Rotation: 3 x 15 (Cue: "Elbow glued to side").
- Scaption (Y-Raise): 3 x 10 (Cue: "Arms at 30°, thumbs to sky").
- Tall Kneeling Landmine Press: 3 x 8 (Cue: "Press in slight arc; brace core").
- Dead Bugs: 3 x 10/side (Cue: "Back flat against floor").
- Implement progression: Week 1 (3s eccentric), Week 2 (+2 reps), Week 3 (add resistance).
- Create a 3-day weekly structure using
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Deload Implementation (Week 4):
- Use
create_weekfor the deload. - Reduce total sets by 50% for all exercises.
- Use
create_noteto instruct a 20-30% reduction in weight and maintain 4–5 Reps in Reserve (RIR). - Focus session notes on thoracic mobility and technique refinement.
- Use
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Phase 2 Initiation (Weeks 5–8):
- Create a 3-day weekly structure focusing on "Strength & Overhead Loading."
- Add the following exercises:
- DB Overhead Press: 3 x 6–8 (Cue: "Biceps by ears").
- Prone Horizontal Abduction: 3 x 10 (Cue: "Squeeze blades together").
- Face Pulls w/ External Rotation: 3 x 12 (Cue: "Pull to forehead, then rotate out").
- Plyometric Wall Ball Taps: 3 x 20s (Cue: "Quick, reactive taps").
- Plank with Shoulder Tap: 3 x 10/side (Cue: "Freeze the hips").
- Farmer’s Carries: 3 x 30m (Cue: "Chest tall, shoulders packed").
- Implement progression: Week 5 (RPE 7 baseline), Week 6 (+2.5–5 lbs on presses), Week 7 (+1 set on primary press/carries), Week 8 (Peak intensity RPE 8–9).
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Coaching Standardization:
- Apply global cues via
create_notefor all sessions:- The "Packed" Shoulder: "Pull your shoulder blades into your back pockets."
- The Core-Shoulder Link: "Ribs down, glutes squeezed."
- Apply global cues via
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Safety Compliance:
- Include a mandatory note at the start of the program stating that this is for informational purposes and should be supervised by a licensed professional.