Today’s stability ball exercise is a great next step to the back extension exercise demonstrated earlier. Back extensions over a ball are a great way to strengthen upper back; erector spinae (extensor muscles that help you stand erect), posterior rotator cuff, and shoulder blade stabilizers which all treat Parkinson’s rounded posture. By adding positive affirmations, you are increasing the intensity for muscular endurance in the extended position, plus adding uplifting cognitive multitask.
This exercise not only helps with muscular strength and endurance of the upper back, it’s a great rotator cuff exercise. Continue reading “Positive Affirmation Stability Ball Extension Exercise to Treat Parkinson’s Rounded Posture”