Equipment Required:

None

Starting Position:

Stand with back straight, feet placed shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent and abdominal muscles contracted to ensure torso stabilization.
Extend the arms out to the sides at shoulder level.
Keep the shoulders relaxed.

Actions To Execute Exercise:

Slowly rotate the arms from the shoulder joint, making small circles.
Repeat 5-10 times then reverse direction.
Hold; relax and return to starting position.

What The Exercise Does:

Increases range of motion in the shoulder joint.
Strengthens the shoulders (deltoids).

Precautions / Contraindications

This exercise may be contraindicated for some individuals with shoulder problems.

Fitness Training Tips:

Be sure to keep the shoulders relaxed; avoid shrugging shoulders and/or tensing neck.
Use slow and controlled movements.