Standing Shoulder Circling
Description
The standing shoulder circling is a basic shoulder mobility drill. The lifter stands tall and rolls the shoulders in big circles forward and then backward. The shoulder rolls release upper back tension and warm up the joint. It is a key warm-up move.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Standing Shoulder Circling Instructions
- Stand tall with feet hip-width apart.
- Let the arms hang relaxed at the sides.
- Brace your core lightly.
- Roll the shoulders up, back, and down in big circles.
- Continue rolling backward for several reps.
- Reverse direction and roll the shoulders forward.
- Make the circles big and smooth.
- Continue the circles for the working time.
Standing Shoulder Circling Form & Visual
Standing Shoulder Circling Benefits
- Mobilizes the shoulders
- Releases upper back tension
- Useful warm-up drill
- No equipment needed
- Easy mobility move
- Strong basic shoulder roll
Standing Shoulder Circling Muscles Worked
- Trapezius
- Posterior deltoid
- Rhomboids
Standing Shoulder Circling Variations & Alternatives
- Arm Circles
- Wall Slide
- Neck Roll
- Cat Cow
