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Exercise: Shoulders/Arms - Large Arm Circles |
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Stand with back straight, feet placed shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent and abdominal muscles contracted to ensure torso stabilization.
Relax arms at sides.
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Slowly circle left arm forward, upward and back in a large, continuous circular motion (drawing a large circle with the hand).
Repeat 5-10 times; reverse direction.
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Increases range of motion in the shoulder joint.
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Circle both arms at the same time in both directions.
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This exercise may be contraindicated for some individuals with shoulder problems.
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Use slow and controlled movements.
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