How to do it
Keep your knees slightly bent throughout the swinging motion.
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Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and arms at your sides.
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Quickly swing your arms forward and up to shoulder level, then back down.
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Continue swinging your arms at a rapid pace, maintaining control.
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Perform this exercise for the desired duration or number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your shoulders relaxed and focus on using a full range of motion to fully engage the shoulder muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows during the arm swings
- ✕Leaning the torso back on each upward swing
- ✕Raising the heels off the floor during swings