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Arm swings

Spotebi: "Arm swings are a great dynamic stretching exercise that engages the muscles in the upper body. This exercise warms up and stretches the shoulders, arms, chest, and upper back and prepares the muscles, tendons, and joints for a workout. This exercise also gives you a great cardio boost and increases your flexibility." [ID: arm_swings]

Instructions

First time: Try for 10-20 seconds, relax and go slow

Start with small arms swings that get bigger over time.

As shown in the video, try a lateral step along with your arm swings.

Little help

Video: "Arm swings with lateral steps" by Leap Fitness, www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLEkdDgTDbM

Video: Arm swings as part of a 5 minute dynamic warm-up, youtu.be/pPlFSqXnbls?t=65

Article: "Arm Swings | Illustrated Exercise Guide", www.spotebi.com/exercise-guide/arm-swings/


Image source: Leap Fitness, www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLEkdDgTDbM