Prone shoulder ER Pails & Rails

Prone shoulder external rotation (PAILs/RAILs)

A prehab exercise for the shoulder from the Deep structural strength library. In the app, it can be added to your program when the assessment identifies a deficit in this area.

How to do it

  1. 1

    On your stomach, elbow at 90°, hold the stretch for 2 minutes

  2. 2

    Push against the ground, then drive to lift off the ground for 30 seconds

  3. 3

    Rest for 30 seconds while maintaining the starting position and repeat the cycles.

Key points

  • Exhaust the range of motion in the first phase
  • Elevate your fist if needed
  • Put intention into the contractions.

Which exercises are right for you?

The Deep assessment spots the areas that limit you, then builds your personalized prehab program from 350+ exercises.

This content complements your training and doesn't replace medical advice. If you feel pain, see a health professional.