08/20/2026
PALM PRESSES — ORGANIZE THE SHOULDERS TO HIT THE BALL SOLID ~ OPTIMIZE GROUND REACTION FORCES
A simple isometric exercise developed by Dr. Tom House, renowned pitching coach, rotational-sport specialist, and TPI Advisory Board member. (MyTPI)
5 Benefits for Golfers & Throwing Athletes
⛳️Organizes the shoulder blades — creates a stable scapular platform for efficient arm movement.
⛳️Activates the rotator cuff — helps the cuff stabilize and center the shoulder joint during throw and swing.
⛳️Improves shoulder blade stability — especially important when producing speed through a golf swing or throwing motion.
⛳️Connects the arms to the torso — reinforces coordinated shoulder-girdle function rather than letting the arms work independently.
⛳️Prepares the shoulders for speed — a simple activation drill before swinging, throwing, or power training.
Think: organize → stabilize → accelerate.
A well-functioning shoulder gives the rotator cuff a stable platform to control the arm—exactly what we need to throw and swing fast. 🙏 Palm Presses for Shoulder Complex Stability
1. Palm Press — 10 sec
2. Wind the Watch — 10 sec
3. Spider + Push Fingers Together — 10 sec
4. Spider + Wind Watch — 10 sec
5. Palm Press — 10 sec
6. Forearm Press, Palms Touching — 10 sec
7. Palms In — 10 sec
8. Palms Away — 10 sec
9. Golf Posture Forearm Press — 10 sec
10. Golf Posture, Arms Overhead — 10 sec
11. Hands Behind Neck, Elbows Touch — 5 reps
12. Stand + Forearm Press — 10 sec
13. Final Palm Press — 10 sec
14. Shake It Out.
