How to do it
Maintain a slight bend in both knees throughout the movement.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Start with your arms crossed in front of your chest.
- 3
Quickly open your arms out to the sides, stretching your chest.
- 4
Bring your arms back in front of you in a controlled manner.
- 5
Repeat the flinging motion for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Control the fling motion to avoid hyperextending your joints, and keep your shoulders relaxed.
Common mistakes
- ✕Locking the elbows at full extension
- ✕Rotating the torso during the fling
- ✕Arching the lower back on opening