Best Depressed Scapula Exercises for Better Posture

If your shoulders feel like they're constantly being pulled toward the floor, these depressed scapula exercises will help you bring them back to a neutral, healthy position. We often hear about "rounded shoulders" or "hunched backs," but having shoulder blades that sit too low—a condition called scapular depression—is a real literal pain in the neck. It makes your neck look longer than it is and can lead to a nagging ache in your upper traps because those muscles are constantly being stretched to their limit. ...

February 14, 2026 · 6 min · Vela Leeann