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For Shoulder Muscles

illustrationArm raise

1. Sit upright in an armless chair with your feet flat on the floor, shoulder-width apart.

2. Hold hand weights straight down at your sides. Your palms should be facing your body.

3. Slowly lift both arms to the side until they are parallel to the floor.

4. Hold for one second, then slowly lower your arms to the starting position.

5. Repeat eight to 15 times. Rest, then do another set.


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