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Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation

Improve shoulder mobility & posture! Gentle rotations enhance flexibility & reduce stiffness. Do it anywhere!

The Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation mainly works the back and core, with help from the traps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation Muscles Worked

Primary

Lats (latissimus dorsi); Obliques

Secondary

Mid Traps (trapezius, middle fibers); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)

Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation Variations and Alternatives

How to do the Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation

Bodyweight Around Head Rotation (Shoulders)

Positioning

  1. Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. Relax your arms by your sides.

  3. Raise your arms and bend your elbows, placing your hands behind your head. Your elbows should point out to the sides.

Movement

  1. Slowly rotate your upper body to the right while keeping your hips facing forward.

  2. As you rotate, your elbows should stay in place, creating a twist in your torso.

  3. Return to the starting position.

  4. Next, rotate to the left in the same manner.

  5. Repeat the movement for a total of 10-15 repetitions on each side.

  6. Focus on controlled movements to engage your shoulder and upper back muscles effectively.

Tips

  • Keep your back straight and avoid leaning forward or backward as you rotate.

  • Move at a steady pace to maintain balance and stability.

  • Breathe steadily throughout the exercise—inhale when returning to the center and exhale during the rotation.

Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation FAQs

What muscles does the Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation work?

The Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation mainly works the back and core, with help from the traps. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and obliques.

What equipment do you need for the Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation?

None. The Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What are some Bodyweight Around-Head Rotation variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Full Head Fpov Rotation, Kettlebell Halo, Shoulder Rotation and Back & Shoulder Slight-Squat Rotation.

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