A trainer says everyone forgets to strengthen this important muscle group—here's how you can target it in your workouts

Woman working out with light dumbbells at home.

Strength training is one of the best ways to build a fit and functional body. It helps you maintain muscle mass, improves bone density, and even boosts mobility.

However, it’s easy to get stuck in a rut with strength training, focusing on the same set of muscles while neglecting others. According to ACSM-certified trainer Cara D’Orzio, there’s one group of muscles that nearly everyone forgets: the rotator cuff.