Cheerleader Clap Backhand Swing (female)

Cheerleader Clap Backhand Swing demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms by your sides
  • 2Engage your core and raise your arms out to the sides, palms facing forward
  • 3Swing your arms forward, bringing your palms to meet in a clap in front of your chest
  • 4Immediately swing your arms back out and then bring them behind you as far as comfortable, while keeping your elbows straight
  • 5Return to the starting position and repeat

Tips:

  • Maintain good posture throughout the exercise
  • Try not to use momentum; the movements should be controlled
  • Make sure you engage your shoulder muscles throughout the range of motion
  • Remember to inhale when you open your arms and exhale when you clap

Cheerleader Clap Backhand Swing Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs