SCAPTION

Scaption is the plane of motion that the scapula moves in. This motion is important because it helps the shoulder joint achieve healthy mechanics. The scaption exercise primarily works the supraspinatus muscle, part of the rotator cuff. Do this exercise standing in front of a mirror to monitor your form.

1. Hang the arms down by the thighs and supinate both hands to a thumbs-up position.
2. Retract and depress the scapulas as you lift the arms up to shoulder-height at a 45-degree angle from the trunk. The arms should make a Y in front of you. Make sure that the upper trapezius isn't pulling the shoulders into the ears. If it is, work on pulling the shoulders down in order to push the arms up.
3. Perform 2 to 3 sets of 8 reps.

From barbell to dumbbell to cable rows, nothing beats a good rhomboid workout for shoulder health.