Let’s get real for a second. Most people don’t do pushups with perfect form. Guilty as charged, right? Your shoulders might be sore because you’re letting them take all the weight. Like a lazy friend dumping their backpack on you.
Are your elbows flaring out like a chicken in a windstorm? Don’t do that. Flaring elbows puts massive strain on the front of your shoulders. Keep them at a 45-degree angle to your body. Tuck ‘em in like you’re hugging a beach ball. Your shoulders will thank you.
What about your shoulder blades? Are they sliding around like loose change in a dryer? Nope. You need to pull them back and down—imagine squeezing a pencil between them. This locks your shoulders into a safe position. It sounds complicated, but it’s a game changer.
