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1.01
StretchingBody weight

Standing Alternate Arms Circling

Intensity
duration
MET
2.5energy expenditure
Type
Stretching

Target muscles

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

How to do it

Breathe steadily and brace your abs as you circle each arm in opposite directions.

  1. 1

    Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Extend both arms out to the sides at shoulder height.

  3. 3

    Begin to circle one arm forward while the other circles backward.

  4. 4

    Continue alternating the direction of each arm for several repetitions.

Expert tip

Focus on keeping your movements smooth and synchronized for the best muscle engagement.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Circling the arms at uneven speeds
  • ✕Dropping the elbows below shoulder height
  • ✕Rotating the torso instead of the arms
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