Arm swings: how to do it and what it works

Dynamic arm swings to warm up the chest and shoulders.

Image: start and end of the movement.

How to do it

Dynamic opening and crossing of the arms in front of the chest to warm up the pecs and shoulders.

Form. Open your arms at shoulder height and cross them in front of your chest, alternating which arm ends on top, gradually increasing the range.

Common mistake. Throwing your arms without control, shrugging your shoulders, or arching your back as you open.

Deltoid, Pectoralis major · Bodyweight

The muscles listed are an editorial reference, not a measurement. Adjust the range and the load to what feels comfortable.

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