Arm Circles
Standing
A standing shoulder warm-up using controlled arm circles through a comfortable range.
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Bodyweight
Focus
Shoulders · Rotator Cuff · Upper Back
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Stand tall with the ribs stacked over the pelvis.
Extend the arms and begin with small circles.
Gradually increase the circle size within a comfortable range.
Circle in both directions without shrugging or arching the back.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Forcing the shoulders through an uncomfortable range.
Shrugging the shoulders toward the ears.
Arching the lower back to make larger circles.
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