If pushups, pullups or overhead movements are on your list of fitness goals, listen up: To get better at shoulder-heavy exercises, like overhead presses, snatches or even sports like volleyball, you need healthy shoulders. While you’re probably aware of many of the muscles involved in shoulder function, such as your internal and external rotators, lats and traps, there’s one very tiny muscle that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: the serratus anterior.

This little-known (to most people) muscle can be a game-changer when it comes to finally increasing your upper-body strength and mastering shoulder-centric exercises. That’s not because it’s the primary mover in these exercises, but instead because it helps your shoulder joint function properly. When that happens, you have more stability and strength than you did before.

Read Full Article featuring Body Mechanic’s Dr. Braun at:

https://blog.myfitnesspal.com/strengthen-this-tiny-muscle-for-serious-upper-body-gains/