Wei Tuo Presenting the Pestle II
Builds postural awareness and sustained upper-body control while coordinating relaxed breathing with a stable stance.
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: shoulders, chest & upper back. Secondary: core, hips, legs |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Full Body |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Isometric |
| Sets & reps | 1 sets × 60s |
| Estimated calories burned | ~6 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Establish a stable upright stance.
- Move into the second Wei Tuo presenting posture with the arms positioned according to the selected tradition.
- Lengthen through the crown of the head while keeping the shoulders down.
- Maintain steady lower-body support without locking the knees.
- Hold for the prescribed duration and breathe calmly.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Builds postural awareness and sustained upper-body control while coordinating relaxed breathing with a stable stance.
Common mistakes
Avoid excessive shoulder tension, collapsing the chest, locking the elbows or shifting the hips.
Make it harder
Increase hold time while keeping the posture relaxed and symmetrical.
Make it easier
Reduce the hold duration and use a wider, more stable stance.
Breathing
Keep the breath slow, even and continuous.
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