The serratus punch is an exercise that works scapular protraction using the serratus anterior muscle and to a lesser extent the pectoralis minor. [1] [2] The exercise even performed at maximum voluntary isometric contraction did not increase pain in one study in people with shoulder pain. [3] Because strengthening the serratus anterior improves shoulder stability, the exercise is recommended for people suffering from shoulder pain or bad posture [4] and is recommended in one treatment protocol as non-surgical treatment for a rotator cuff tear. [5]
The serratus punch is an exercise that works scapular protraction using the serratus anterior muscle and to a lesser extent the pectoralis minor. [1] [2] The exercise even performed at maximum voluntary isometric contraction did not increase pain in one study in people with shoulder pain. [3] Because strengthening the serratus anterior improves shoulder stability, the exercise is recommended for people suffering from shoulder pain or bad posture [4] and is recommended in one treatment protocol as non-surgical treatment for a rotator cuff tear. [5]