Elbow Touch and Lift (male)

Elbow Touch and Lift demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2Lift your arms out to your sides, elbows bent and at shoulder-height
  • 3Touch your elbows together in front of your body
  • 4Move your elbows back out to your sides, keeping them at shoulder-height
  • 5Lower your arms down to the sides of your body in a controlled manner

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight throughout the motion
  • Avoid fast movements, focus on control
  • Make sure you keep your elbows at shoulder height when moving them in and out
  • Don't use your back or neck muscles to assist in the movement

Elbow Touch and Lift Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs