How to do it
Turn your palms to face forward when your arms open wide.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
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Extend your arms out to your sides at shoulder level.
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Cross your arms in front of your body, alternating which arm goes on top.
- 4
Return to the starting position with arms extended to the sides.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your movements fluid and avoid jerky motions to maintain focus on the chest muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows as the arms cross
- ✕Dropping the arms below shoulder height
- ✕Rotating the torso during the crossover