Start your upper body workouts with this movement. This is the most basic version of all the lower trap activations movements, especially for those who lack the mobility to do advanced movements.
Focus on trying to flatten your back against the wall and keeping as close contact with your arms to the wall as possible. As you raise your arms up, don't shrug.
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