Laying Shoulder Retraction

[Michelle D.]

Hi! This is my first time posting, I'm usually just a shy "lurker". I have been a loyal Cathe step fan for several years now, but am new this year to weight training. I am not sure how to do the shoulder retraction when laying on the bench (as done in the new videos). Can you please describe what I should be doing on this? Thanks!

Michelle

 

[Cathe Friedrich]

Hi Michelle! Think of contracting your shoulder blades together while on your back. Place your shoulder blades down firmly on the bench and keep them pressed down like this through the entire movement. Hope this helps!