

10 mins
Dolphin Pose Walk-Ins make a fantastic drill for building strong, stable shoulders while maintaining mobility and control. By starting in a forearm plank and carefully walking the feet in toward the elbows, you increase the load on the shoulder girdle in a safe, progressive way. This strengthens the deltoids, rotator cuff, and upper back muscles, while also improving scapular stability—key for healthy, mobile shoulders. At the same time, the slightly inverted position encourages gentle shoulder flexion and stretches the upper back. Take care to move slowly, keeping your forearms pressing firmly into the ground to avoid collapsing into the joints, and avoid overstraining the neck or shoulders. This pose is particularly beneficial for improving posture and counteracting the effects of prolonged sitting. This is an inversion! It is essential to approach this exercise with caution, especially if you have serious shoulder or neck concerns. Ensure your movements are controlled, and avoid overstraining by listening to your body's signals.