Exercisesbodyweight
Backward Arm Circle
Hold your arms out to your sides. Rotate your arms backwards in small circles.
Category
bodyweight
Difficulty
beginner
Equipment
bodyweight
Primary muscle
shoulders
Muscles
Muscles worked
shouldersside deltsfront deltsrear deltsdelts
Equipment
Setup
bodyweight
Common questions
Good to know.
What muscles does the Backward Arm Circle work?
The Backward Arm Circle works shoulders, side delts, front delts, rear delts, and delts.
What equipment do you need for the Backward Arm Circle?
None. The Backward Arm Circle uses your body weight.
Is the Backward Arm Circle good for beginners?
Yes. It is a beginner move. Start light and keep the form clean.
How do I add the Backward Arm Circle to a workout?
Ask your coach in the Phorme app. It builds the sets, the reps, and the weight around what you have been lifting.
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