So, why does shoulder pain happen when we're doing push-ups? Well, for starters, our shoulder joints are pretty complex - they've got a lot of moving parts, and when we're doing push-ups, we're putting a lot of stress on those joints. It's like trying to squeeze a big rubber band - at first, it's all stretchy and flexible, but if you keep pulling, it's gonna snap!
Another reason we might feel shoulder pain is because our technique is off. Think about it - when you're doing a push-up, are you keeping your shoulders down and away from your ears, or are you letting them scrunch up towards your neck? It's like the difference between a smooth and a bumpy ride - if your technique is off, you're gonna feel the bumps!
And then there's the fact that our shoulder muscles might just be plain weak. It's like trying to build a house of cards - if the foundation isn't strong, the whole thing is gonna come crashing down! So, if we're not strengthening our shoulder muscles, we can't expect them to just magically support us when we're doing push-ups.
Shoulder Pain During Push Ups – Lance Goyke
