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Standing Elbow Together Scoop

Sculpt a toned upper body! This exercise targets your chest, shoulders, & arms. Feel the burn with each rep & build strength.

Instructions

Standing Elbow Together Scoop

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.

    • Keep your knees slightly bent and your core engaged.

  2. Arm Positioning:

    • Raise both arms in front of you to shoulder height.

    • Bend your elbows at a 90-degree angle, bringing your forearms parallel to the ground with palms facing each other.

  3. Movement:

    • As you inhale, slowly bring your elbows together in front of your chest while squeezing your shoulder blades together.

    • Your forearms should form a "scoop" shape as they move closer to your body.

  4. Returning to Start:

    • Exhale while returning your arms to the starting position, maintaining the same elbow angle.

    • Ensure your movements are controlled and deliberate, feeling the stretch in your chest and arms.

  5. Repetition:

    • Perform 10-15 repetitions.

    • Focus on maintaining proper posture throughout the exercise.

Tips:

  • Keep your shoulders relaxed and avoid raising them towards your ears.

  • Maintain a steady breathing pattern: inhale during the movement in and exhale while returning to start.

  • If you feel strain in your shoulders, adjust the height of your arms or reduce the number of repetitions.