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Unilateral Instructions:

  • Come into a standing position with the shoulders back and the head positioned directly over the pelvis
  • Take the weight prescribed with the target limb so the elbow lines up with the shoulder. This should form a 90 degree angle
  • With the palm facing forward extend the weight overhead
  • Keep the wrist above the shoulder as the elbow extends
  • Lower with control to the start position and repeat as per Physiotherapist prescription

Bilateral Instructions:

  • Come into a standing position with the shoulders back and the head positioned directly over the pelvis
  • Take the weight prescribed with both hands
  • Bend the elbows with the palms facing forward and extend the weights overhead
  • Keep the wrist above the shoulder as the elbows extend
  • Lower with control to the start position and repeat as per Physiotherapist prescription

Kettlebell Bottoms Up Instructions:

  • This exercise can be completed in a standing or seated position
  • Hold onto the kettlebell with the weighted part up towards to roof
  • Press your arm straight up overhead to end range position
  • Return to the starting position and repeat as per physiotherapist guidelines

Precautions:

  • Ensure your pelvis remains slightly tucked under to avoid arching the back
  • Avoid swinging the weight overhead
  • Keep the neck in a neutral ‘eyes forward’ position