Elbow Circles

Ever seen a bear trying to roll its paws like it's stirring a honey pot? That's the vibe! Elbow circles are small, curious movements that help warm up the joint, loosen the forearms, and prep your arms for action. Great before pressing, pulling, or just waving hello to other forest friends.

Instructions

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Extend your arms outward to your sides so they are parallel to the ground.
3. Bend your elbows to a 90-degree angle, fingers pointing towards the ceiling.
4. Start making small circles with your elbows, gradually increasing the size of the circles.
5. Continue for the desired amount of time and then reverse the direction of the circles.

Benefits

• Improves shoulder mobility.
• Increases flexibility in the shoulders and upper arms.
• Warms up the shoulder joints before more intense activity.
• Helps in injury prevention.

Key Points

• Keep your core engaged.
• Maintain a neutral spine.
• Perform the exercise slowly and with control.
• Breathe steadily throughout the exercise.

Common Mistakes

• Using momentum to swing the arms.
• Not keeping the elbows at a 90-degree angle.
• Allowing the back to arch.
• Holding the breath.