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StrengthBody weight

Elbow Touch and Lift

Intensity
12–20 reps
MET
2.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Shoulders100%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Keep your neck relaxed and chin slightly tucked throughout.

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms raised to shoulder height, elbows bent at 90 degrees.

  2. 2

    Bring your elbows together in front of you, touching lightly.

  3. 3

    Lift your elbows up while keeping them bent.

  4. 4

    Lower your elbows back to shoulder height.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Ensure your elbows touch lightly to avoid putting undue pressure on the shoulder joints.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Straightening the elbows during the lift
  • ✕Dropping elbows below shoulder height
  • ✕Leaning the torso backward
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