Standing Back Clap & Elbow-Tap Prayer Push

Standing Back Clap and Elbow Touch and Prayer Push

Positioning

1. Starting Position: Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart. Ensure your posture is straight, with your shoulders relaxed.
2. Hand Position: Bring your palms together in front of your chest in a prayer position. Your elbows should be bent and pointed outward.

Movement Instructions

1. Back Clap:
- While keeping your hands together, swing your arms out to the sides and then behind you to clap your hands together. Make sure to keep your elbows bent and lead with your shoulders.
- Return your hands to the prayer position in front of you.

2. Elbow Touch:
- From the prayer position, bring your elbows in towards each other to touch. Your palms should remain together.
- Hold for a brief moment.

3. Prayer Push:
- After touching your elbows, push your palms away from your body, extending your arms straight in front of you.
- Then, return to the prayer position.

Repetitions

- Repeat the entire sequence for 8 to 12 repetitions.

Tips

- Maintain a steady breathing pattern throughout the exercise.
- Focus on engaging your core for stability.
- Ensure movements are controlled to maximize effectiveness and prevent injury.