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1.01
StretchingBody weight

Standing Arms Circling

Intensity
duration
MET
2.5energy expenditure
Type
Stretching

Target muscles

  • Shoulders25%
  • Chest25%
  • Abs25%
  • Traps25%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Set your shoulder blades down and back before starting the circles.

  1. 1

    Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Extend both arms out to the sides at shoulder height.

  3. 3

    Slowly circle both arms forward for several repetitions.

  4. 4

    Reverse the direction and circle both arms backward for the same number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Ensure you perform the circles with a full range of motion to engage all relevant muscle groups effectively.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Leaning the torso forward during the circles
  • ✕Leading one arm ahead of the other
  • ✕Gripping the hands into fists during circles
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