Sphinx with Reach
shoulder exercises Serratus anterior, scapular stabilizers
Corrective exercise serratus activation in thoracic extension using a sphinx position (Kibler et al.).
Execution
- Prone on forearms (sphinx)
- Reach one arm forward
- Keep the torso stable
- Alternate arms
Cues
- Reach long
- No trunk rotation
- Maintain thoracic extension
Common Errors
- Trunk rotation
- Losing sphinx posture
- Neck tension
Progressions
- Small reach -> Full reach -> Add thoracic rotation -> Add hold
Related Patterns
- loss of lumbar extension
- thoracic rotation restriction