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Lifting Palm

Lifting Palm

Lifting Palm involves slowly raising and lowering the arms with controlled, flowing movements. The exercise focuses on coordinated shoulder and arm mobility while maintaining relaxed posture and steady breathing. It helps improve shoulder range of motion, coordination, and upper-body relaxation.

Video details

  • Duration
    • 0-10 Mins
  • Intensity
    • Low
  • Male/Female
    • Female
  • Skills
    • Easy
  • Body Part
    • Upper Body
  • Genre
    • Stretch & Mobilise
    • Rehabilitation
    • Tai Chi & Qi Gong
  • Equipment
    • Bodyweight
    • No Equipment

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