Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Standing Elbow Circle.
A dynamic shoulder mobility warm-up drill performed standing. With fingertips placed on the shoulders (or hands behind the neck), you rotate the elbows in large circles to loosen the shoulder girdle, thoracic spine, and surrounding musculature.
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The Standing Elbow Circle is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.