Rhythmic arm rowing, illustrated in 3 steps
Sit or stand tall with elbows bent beside your ribs. Keep your hands shoulder-width apart and your feet supported.

Shoulders, Energy

Rhythmic arm rowing

A simple move for your arms, shoulders and upper back, done sitting down or standing up. About 30 seconds.

Position
Seated, Standing
Equipment
None
Time
About 30 seconds
Works
arms, shoulders and upper back

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How to do rhythmic arm rowing

  1. Set

    Sit or stand tall with elbows bent beside your ribs. Keep your hands shoulder-width apart and your feet supported.

  2. 1

    Reach both hands forward at chest height.

  3. 2

    Pull both elbows back beside your ribs. Repeat steadily.

Take care. Keep your chest still and shoulders down. Use empty hands. Do not lean back to pull.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Illustration drawn for Desk Gym.