Flexible, mobile shoulders are key to performance—and to living a pain-free, functional life.
So today, I’ve got a super simple shoulder flexibility test you can try.
It won’t cover everything, but it’s a great starting point. It takes 30 seconds and gives you real insight into how your shoulders are doing.
THE TEST
Reach one hand over your shoulder and the other hand up your back—try to touch your fingertips together.
Like this:
SCORE YOURSELF:
- EXCELLENT = fingers overlap
- GOOD = fingers touch
- AVERAGE = fingers are less than 2 inches apart
- POOR = fingers are more than 2 inches apart
WHAT IT MEANS
Top Arm = Shoulder Flexion + Triceps Flexibility
Bottom Arm = Shoulder Extension + Internal Rotation
If either arm was tight, you’re more likely to experience:
- Shoulder pain or impingement
- Rotator cuff issues
- Limited range of motion in presses or pull-ups
- Instability or discomfort during training
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If you scored “excellent” — great work!
Just remember, this test doesn’t evaluate strength or stability, which are just as important for bulletproof shoulders.
If you scored average or poor — and you’re not currently addressing it — now’s the time to start.
A great next step is my new program:
It’s a 28-day plan built for men and women 40+ who want to relieve pain, restore mobility, and train hard without limitations.
Just 8–10 minutes a day.
No equipment needed.
Videos and PDFs included.
And it’s on sale this week — with a FREE bonus: the 28-Day Kettlebell Body Revival.
Click here to check it out -> The 8-Minute Shoulder Fix
Talk soon,
– Forest