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Desk towel arm slide, illustrated in 3 steps
Sit before a desk. Rest the working palm and forearm on a towel. Keep the other hand on your thigh.

Shoulders

Desk towel arm slide

A simple move for your shoulders and arms, done sitting down. About 30 seconds each side.

Position
Seated
Equipment
A towel
Time
About 30 seconds each side
Works
shoulders and arms

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How to do desk towel arm slide

  1. Set

    Sit before a desk. Rest the working palm and forearm on a towel. Keep the other hand on your thigh.

  2. 1

    Slide the towel forward and lean a little from the hips. Let the desk support the relaxed working arm.

  3. 2

    Keep the position comfortable. Breathe normally.

  4. 3

    Return slowly to the start position.

  5. Switch sides and repeat.

Take care. Use a small, comfortable range and light effort. Stop if you feel pain.

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

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