How to do it
Keep both arms equidistant from your body's center line.
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Lie on your back with your arms extended along the floor, palms facing down.
- 2
Keeping your arms straight, lift them overhead in a circular motion until they meet above your chest.
- 3
Reverse the motion, moving your arms back down to your sides in the opposite circular path.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Perform the movement slowly and with control, focusing on the full range of motion to target the shoulder girdle and improve shoulder mobility.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows during each arm sweep
- ✕Arching the lower back off the floor
- ✕Raising the head and shoulders off the floor