Shoulder Circles

What is Shoulder Circles? Shoulder circles are a simple yet effective exercise that helps in improving shoulder mobility and flexibility. This exercise involves rotating your shoulders in circular motions to help loosen up the joint, increase blood flow, and reduce stiffness.

Shoulder Circles Tutorial

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and keep your arms relaxed by your sides.
2. Slowly raise your shoulders up towards your ears in a shrugging motion.
3. Begin to rotate your shoulders in a circular motion, moving them backward in a smooth and controlled manner.
4. Continue the circular motion for a set number of repetitions or time.
5. Reverse the direction of the circles, moving your shoulders forward in a circular motion.
6. Complete the set number of repetitions or time in this direction as well.

Common Mistakes

• Shrugging the shoulders too forcefully, leading to tension in the neck and traps.

• Using momentum to swing the shoulders rather than engaging the muscles. - Not maintaining proper posture throughout the exercise.

• Holding your breath - remember to breathe throughout the movement.

Tips for Better Results

• Start with small circles and gradually increase the size as your shoulders warm up.

• Focus on engaging the muscles of the shoulders and back to control the movement. - Keep a slow and steady pace to ensure proper form and avoid injury.

• Incorporate shoulder circles into your warm-up routine to prepare the shoulders for more intense exercises.

Muscles Worked

• Deltoids (shoulders) - Trapezius - Rhomboids - Rotator Cuff muscles