Reverse Arm Circles Warmup Stretch
Reverse arm circles that increase blood flow and mobility in the shoulders.
ShouldersBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: shoulders. Secondary: upper back |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Shoulders |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~10 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Stand tall with arms extended to the sides or slightly forward.
- Draw controlled reverse (backward) circles with the arms.
- Keep the core lightly engaged.
- Continue for ~10 seconds of quality movement.
- Complete 3 sets.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Reverse arm circles that increase blood flow and mobility in the shoulders.
Common mistakes
Avoid shrugging or making the circles too large too quickly.
Make it harder
Gradually enlarge the circles.
Make it easier
Keep the circles smaller.
Breathing
Breathe steadily with the circles.
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