Bodyweight Standing Elbow Touches (Hands on neck) (female)

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Instructions:

  • 1Start in a standing position, feet hip-width apart
  • 2Place your hands on the back of your neck, elbows pointing out to the sides
  • 3Lift one elbow towards the opposite knee while twisting your torso
  • 4Lower back down in a controlled manner
  • 5Repeat on the other side for one rep

Tips:

  • Keep your belly button drawn in towards your spine
  • Focus on using your abs and obliques to lift, not your neck
  • Avoid hunching your shoulders
  • Perform the exercise slow and controlled

Bodyweight Standing Elbow Touches Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs