Shoulder Circles

Shoulder Circles — Start position — Start position

Shoulder Circles — End position — End position

Region: Shoulder & Scapula
Equipment: None
Category: Stretching
Level: Beginner
Force: pull

Muscles worked

shoulders
traps

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

With shoulders relaxed and arms resting loosely at your sides (or in your lap if you're seated), gently roll your shoulders forward, up, back, and down.
Reverse direction. You can do this exercise alternating shoulders or both at the same time.

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