Elbow Circles
A shoulders exercise targeting the shoulders.
How to do Elbow Circles
Sit or stand with your feet slightly apart.
Place your hands on your shoulders with your elbows at shoulder level and pointing out.
Slowly make a circle with your elbows. Breathe out as you start the circle and breathe in as you complete the circle.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Shoulders
Secondary
Traps
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