A9: Elbow Flexion/Extension “Biceps Curls”
ARMS BY INTENTIONAL MOVEMENT • 2m 19s
Targeted Muscles: Biceps & triceps
Purpose: To help strengthen and support the elbow while in motion.
Setup: Standing wall protocol. Start with arms at your side, elbows on the wall and bent at 90° (forearm parallel to the ground). Palms face up towards the sky.
Exhale: Lead with the wrists as the forearms are drawn towards the wall.
Inhale: Lead with the wrists as the forearms are drawn back to the starting position.
Reminder: Elbows remain firm against the wall. Core remains active throughout entire movement. Hands always feeling as though they are being lengthened away from the elbow. Feel equal engagement in the biceps and triceps throughout the entire movement.
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