How to do it
Draw your lower ribs down and stack your ribcage over your hips.
- 1
Stand with your arms extended out to your sides at shoulder height.
- 2
Slowly bring your arms forward and up above your head.
- 3
Hold the position for 15-30 seconds.
- 4
Slowly lower your arms back to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Concentrate on engaging your chest and biceps as you move your arms to ensure balanced muscle activation.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows during the upward sweep
- ✕Shrugging the shoulders at the top
- ✕Leading one arm up faster than the other