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Alternating Standing Diagonal Prayer Push

Tone your core & shoulders with this unique standing exercise! Improves flexibility and posture.

Ms. Grey Smith
Ms. Grey Smith
@JustHer_grayTho

Muscle Groups

Primary

Secondary

Instructions

1. Starting Position:
- Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Engage your core by gently pulling your belly button in toward your spine.
- Bring your hands together in a prayer position at your chest, fingers pointing upward.

2. Arm Movement:
- Keeping your palms pressed together, extend your arms straight up over your head.
- Once your arms are fully extended, keep your palms together and lower them diagonally downward to one side while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- Aim to bring your arms down until they are at shoulder height and slightly to the side.

3. Return to Starting Position:
- Raise your arms back up over your head again, keeping your palms together.
- Bring your arms back down to the starting prayer position at your chest.

4. Alternating Sides:
- Repeat the same movement to the opposite side, lowering your arms diagonally down while keeping your palms pressed together.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

5. Breathing:
- Exhale as you lower your arms to the side and inhale as you lift them back up.

6. Repetitions:
- Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each side for a complete set.

Tips:
- Keep your movements controlled to avoid straining your shoulders.
- Focus on maintaining good posture throughout the exercise.