Do you have shoulder issues already, @jennyss? Have you been checked out by a specialist?
The range of movement is more important than building strength alone. Sadly, Just doing weight lifting, it is possible to cause tears at the shoulder joint, which is one of the most common shoulder injuries :(
Using a 'bungee' cord type of exercise might be more gentle than lifting weights, I think & would still achieve stretching exercises and strength ... Get checked out by someone who is qualified in 'minimal damage exercise' - not someone who just tells you to do weights & pump hard! ;)
Stick with your gut feelings re the recuperating, @Lesley777 You've seen how 'less' aggressive exercise has helped you in the past .... i only went to the Physio when I 'plateau'd out' and wanted to push thru to the next level.
take care & all the best.
