Exercises/Stretching

Elbow Circles - starting position

Start

Elbow Circles - ending position

End

Stretching

Elbow Circles

beginner·isolation·pull

Muscles Worked

Primary

coracobrachialis deltoid infraspinatus muscle serratus anterior subscapularis supraspinatus teres major teres minor

Secondary

Ascending part of left trapezius Ascending part of right trapezius Descending part of left trapezius Descending part of right trapezius levator scapulae trapezius

How to Perform

1

Sit or stand with your feet slightly apart.

2

Place your hands on your shoulders with your elbows at shoulder level and pointing out.

3

Slowly make a circle with your elbows. Breathe out as you start the circle and breathe in as you complete the circle.

Alternatives to Elbow Circles

Same muscles, different equipment or difficulty

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