Front Arm Raise (to the front)

Aim of exercise

Increase strength of shoulders. Stronger shoulders increase your ability with many daily activities that require moving or lifting heavy items.

Instruction

  • With your arms by your side (palms facing backwards), breathe in
  • Breathe out whilst you raise your arms in front of you to shoulder height
  • Breathe in and lower your arms to the starting position
  • Repeat 10-15 times

Progression

2-4 sets, increase weight over time

Note

It may be easier to do one arm at a time