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Alternating Standing Diagonal Prayer Push

Tone your core & shoulders with this unique standing exercise! Improves flexibility and posture.

Instructions

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.

    • Engage your core by gently pulling your belly button in toward your spine.

    • Bring your hands together in a prayer position at your chest, fingers pointing upward.

  2. Arm Movement:

    • Keeping your palms pressed together, extend your arms straight up over your head.

    • Once your arms are fully extended, keep your palms together and lower them diagonally downward to one side while keeping your elbows slightly bent.

    • Aim to bring your arms down until they are at shoulder height and slightly to the side.

  3. Return to Starting Position:

    • Raise your arms back up over your head again, keeping your palms together.

    • Bring your arms back down to the starting prayer position at your chest.

  4. Alternating Sides:

    • Repeat the same movement to the opposite side, lowering your arms diagonally down while keeping your palms pressed together.

    • Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

  5. Breathing:

    • Exhale as you lower your arms to the side and inhale as you lift them back up.

  6. Repetitions:

    • Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each side for a complete set.

Tips:

  • Keep your movements controlled to avoid straining your shoulders.

  • Focus on maintaining good posture throughout the exercise.