Standing Side Arm Folded Lift & Nudge
Improve posture & core strength with this unique exercise! Lift, nudge, & feel the difference.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
Standing Folded Arm Lift and Side Nudge
Starting Position:
Stand up tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Fold your arms across your chest, resting your hands on your opposite shoulders.
Movement Instructions:
Lift: Slowly lift your elbows upwards as high as you can while keeping your arms folded. Hold this position for a moment.
Nudge: Gently nudge your torso to the right side, feeling the stretch in your side. Hold for a second.
Return to the center and then nudge to the left side in the same manner. Hold for a second.
Repeat: Continue lifting your elbows and gently nudging side to side for about 5-10 repetitions.
Tips:
Keep your back straight and avoid leaning forward or backward.
Move slowly to maintain balance and control.
Breathe steadily throughout the exercise.
Ending Position:
After completing your repetitions, lower your elbows back to a resting position and uncross your arms. Stand tall and take a deep breath.