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Shoulder Circle
The Shoulder Circle is a bodyweight exercise that targets the shoulders, with the traps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Traps
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Body part
- Shoulders
Step by step
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart and arms extended out to the sides.
- Engage your core and maintain a straight back.
- Rotate your arms forward in small controlled circles.
- Gradually increase the size of the circles as comfortable.
- Reverse the direction after the desired repetitions or time.
- Keep shoulders relaxed and avoid shrugging.
- Maintain steady breathing and core engagement throughout the exercise.
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