Standing Swimmer (female)

Standing Swimmer demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2Stretch your arms forward at shoulder level
  • 3Make swimming motions with your arms by rotating them in circles
  • 4Alternate the arm that is on top at the peak of each rotation
  • 5Continue in a controlled manner for 10-15 repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your core tight to maintain balance
  • Visualize actually swimming to get the motion right
  • Ensure your movement is fluid, don't jerk your body
  • Remember to keep breathing, exhale when your arms go up, inhale when they come down

Standing Swimmer Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs