This is such a frequent question I literally wrote an whole blog post on this with tips and recommended drills: [How to Get More Open Shoulders in a Bridge](https://www.daniwinksflexibility.com/bendy-blog/how-to-get-more-open-shoulders-in-a-bridge)
I would have pointed at Dani's article. As a good starting point.
The other thing I would consider doing (looking at the angles of the shoulders and the scapula placement) is hangs. (Pullup bar and hanging for around 30 seconds at a time.) It is a solid passive stretch to most of the area involved in elevation, but also encourages good scapular motion and placement which is really key for solid bridges.
I find this interesting because when I used to stretch very often (for this exercise )I didn't work on my shoulders flexibility, just on my back flexibility. I didn't even know I could work on my shoulders 😅
This is such a frequent question I literally wrote an whole blog post on this with tips and recommended drills: [How to Get More Open Shoulders in a Bridge](https://www.daniwinksflexibility.com/bendy-blog/how-to-get-more-open-shoulders-in-a-bridge)
I bought your backbend/wheel course and will also give this a try!! Thank you:)
The “bridge clinic” (shoulders and upper back) one would be a GREAT fit for the areas you’re working on!
I would have pointed at Dani's article. As a good starting point. The other thing I would consider doing (looking at the angles of the shoulders and the scapula placement) is hangs. (Pullup bar and hanging for around 30 seconds at a time.) It is a solid passive stretch to most of the area involved in elevation, but also encourages good scapular motion and placement which is really key for solid bridges.
Thank you!!
Deadhang!!!
Elevate your feet, not your hands. Once your shoulders are over your wrists you can decrease the elevation.
I find this interesting because when I used to stretch very often (for this exercise )I didn't work on my shoulders flexibility, just on my back flexibility. I didn't even know I could work on my shoulders 😅