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Is there a consensus on the position of the right shoulder. Specifically, whether it is best to try to elevate it over the lower bout, or let it rest on it.
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Is there a consensus on the position of the right shoulder. Specifically, whether it is best to try to elevate it over the lower bout, or let it rest on it.
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Hi D-1

Nope, I doubt there is consensus. But I don't 'position' my shoulders.

I just sit up straight (or stand up straight) like my mom taught me to do as a kid.




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Hi D-1

Nope, I doubt there is consensus. But I don't 'position' my shoulders.

I just sit up straight (or stand up straight) like my mom taught me to do as a kid.




Yep, my mom scolded me for hunching.
Wish i had listened to her, and I wish I had my dog's posture - straight as an arrow. My mom would have approved.
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