We are excited to announce that a new shoulder health and strengthening system has been added to the Daybreak equipment arsenal.

You’ll now see 2 new shoulder stations located on the back rig. We’ve added the Crossover Symmetry system to improve shoulder strength and balance, increase mobility and rehab painful or recovering shoulders. The bands and exercises target common deficiencies and muscle imbalances to improve movement and athletic performance. Each exercise has a specific purpose and sequence to effectively address posture, scapula stability and rotator cuff function.

There are a series of FOUR exercises you can follow throughout the week. We recommend the following sequence:

  • WEEK 1 – 2: The ACTIVATION series can be used before every workout as a warm up prior to class effective immediately. In addition, you may use both the RECOVERY and MOBILITY series after every workout for about 2 weeks.
  • WEEK 3: Begin alternating the RECOVERY series one day then the Mobility series the next day
  • WEEK 4+: On add the STRENGTH series into the post-workout rotation (day 1: recovery, day 2: mobility, day 3: strength and so-on)

Some other tips and tricks:

  • Follow the training card hanging on the back rig associated with series above: ACTIVATION, MOBILITY, RECOVERY and STRENGTH.
  • We have 5 resistance levels: 3lbs, 7lbs, 12lbs, 17lbs, and 22lbs. For most athletes at Daybreak, start with 7 or 12lbs but note that you will change resistance based on the position of the straps (see next bullet).
  • The straps should NOT come from the same anchor point. You should grab a matching band from each squat post and “cross” them so your right hand is pulling a band from the left post, and vice versa.
  • Before each movement, you’ll see an indication of “EYE LEVEL” or “KNEE LEVEL”. You simply unhook the single carabiner which contains all the straps and move them up or down to an existing strap.
  • You’ll also see an “H” or “L” which indicates a “heavier” strap or a “lighter” strap. See our suggestions above on what resistance with which to start.

That’s it! As always, come see a coach if you have any questions!