Slight Squat Back Shoulder Rotation (female)

Slight Squat Back Shoulder Rotation demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start in a slight squat position, with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2With straight arms, reach out to the sides, palms down
  • 3Turn your arms inward so your palms are facing outwards
  • 4Raise your arms until they are in line with your shoulders
  • 5Lower back to the starting position in a controlled manner

Tips:

  • Keep your abs engaged throughout the move to aid balance
  • Try not to use your back muscles to lift up your arms, focus on using your shoulders and rotate from the shoulder joint
  • To avoid injury, be cautious not to arm swing or excess twists
  • Ensure to warm up your shoulder before commencing this exercise

Slight Squat Back Shoulder Rotation Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs