Do you sit for long periods of time? Are you slouching through the spine? Do your shoulders need a little bit of attention? If you answered yes to any of the above, read on. Shoulder (or glenohumeral) joints are the most flexible and have the largest range of motion of all the joints in the human body, and include the following movements: abduction, adduction, flexion, extension, internal and external rotation. Your shoulders’ health is critical, because without them you wouldn’t be able to perform actions as simple as washing and brushing your hair, throwing a ball, playing tennis, practicing yoga, reaching for something in the cabinet, etc. Making shoulders a very important joint for a life well lived, free of impediments. Taking good care of your shoulders now will pay dividends later in life, as you’ll be able to maintain flexibility, range of motion and avoid many of the aches and pains related to aging or injuries. The most important muscle around the shoulder joint is the rotator cuff. You need to warm it up before your workout routine or your yoga practice by mobilizing them. Once warmed up, be sure to stretch and strengthen it during your workout or exercise routine. There are very simple exercises that you can do if your shoulders are tired or sore, which will help you find proper alignment. The exercises in this video will teach you to be aware of your shoulders, you will also learn how to mobilize and strengthen them. Try it and let me know if you have any questions.