Basic exercises for the arms, shoulders, and chest
Exercises: Biceps curl and Shoulder to the side
Training type: Strength Training
Element: Earth
Chakra: Heart Chakra Balancing
Subtle body: Physical Body
Requirements
Biceps curl and Shoulder to the side are standing exercises, and you need to use weights to do them. They are easy exercises, and you can start with lighter weights when you are a beginner. Work yourself up to more weight.
Outcome physical
With these two activities, you tone up your arms, especially your biceps and shoulders. Also, your chest muscles (pecs) will benefit from these strengthening exercises.
Outcome spiritual
These two exercises strengthen the energy field of the physical body. They work on your feelings of taking responsibility for yourself and making you trust your abilities.
Best ways to do
In a Beginner Circuit: Alternate 10 reps of Biceps curl and Shoulder to the side 2 times. Gradually work up to longer sessions.
In a Strength Circuit: Alternate 10 reps of these activities with other strength exercises such as Push-ups, Bridge dips, Triceps kickback, and Standing push-ups.
In a Cardio/Strength Circuit: Alternate 10 reps of these two exercises with cardio exercises, such as Side to side, Arms roll, Elbow press, and Shoulder shake.
Guidance
1. Biceps curl
For this exercise, you will need weights. Stand in an upright position. Start with the arms at the height of your hips. Slowly bring the arms up to the shoulders and back to starting position. Feel your biceps, shoulders, and chest muscles working. Breathe slowly and steadily.
Keypoints:
- Keep your shoulders straight
- Tuck your abdomen in
- Bend the knees slightly
2. shoulder to the side
For this exercise, you will need weights. Stand in an upright position. Start with one arm sliding down to your hip and outer thigh, while you take the other arm up to the waist. Feel your biceps, shoulders, and chest muscles working. Breathe slowly and steadily.
Keypoints:
- Keep your shoulders back
- Tuck your abdomen in
- Bend the knees slightly