Back-to-wall arm raises

At home Pitchers Catchers Infield Outfield

EasyAbout 3 minOn your own

Shows how far the arms go overhead without the back arching, and trains the trunk to hold still while they do.

Set up

Back against a wall, feet a short step out, lower back close to the wall, arms by your sides.

You need: A wall

Breathe out and raise straight arms forwards and up, trying to touch the thumbs to the wall overhead
Only go as far as the lower back stays on the wall
Lower slowly

Easier

Do it lying on your back on the floor.

Harder

One arm at a time, with a full breath out at the top.