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Criss Cross Arms Lift
The Criss Cross Arms Lift is a bodyweight exercise that targets the shoulders. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Body part
- Upper arms
Step by step
- Lie on your back with your legs bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Extend your arms straight toward the ceiling.
- Lift your shoulders off the floor and cross your arms over each other in a controlled manner.
- Return your arms to the starting position slowly.
- Keep your core engaged to stabilize your upper body.
- Maintain smooth, controlled movements throughout.
- Repeat the criss-cross lift for the desired number of repetitions.
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