How to do it
Keep your stationary arm relaxed at your side during each set.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Extend one arm out to the side at shoulder height.
- 3
Slowly circle your arm forward for several repetitions.
- 4
Reverse the direction and circle your arm backward for the same number of repetitions.
- 5
Repeat with the opposite arm.
Expert tip
Keep your core engaged and maintain good posture throughout the exercise to maximize the stretch.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbow during the arm circles
- ✕Circling the arm too fast with momentum
- ✕Rotating the torso to follow the arm