How to do it
Hold the open position for one second before closing your arms.
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Sit on a padded stool with your back straight and arms extended to the sides at chest level.
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Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, bring your arms together in front of your chest.
- 3
Slowly return to the starting position, maintaining tension in your chest muscles.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on squeezing your chest muscles as you bring your arms together to maximize muscle engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Dropping elbows below shoulder height
- ✕Snapping the arms together with momentum
- ✕Rounding shoulders forward at the top