Primary Muscles Worked:  Posterior/Medial Deltoids (back of the shoulders), Upper Trapezius (upper back).

1.    Start Position:  Stand with back straight, knees bent, and feet shoulder-width apart.  Bend at the hips until your back is at about a 45-degree angle to the floor and arms are hanging down in an extended position.  Palms face inward, elbows slightly bent.  Shoulders down and away from your ears.  Abs contracted.  Be mindful to keep a neutral neck and spine.
2.    Execution:  Exhale as you squeeze your shoulder blades together and lift the arms up to the sides, elbows bent, in an arc type motion until arms are at shoulder level.
3.    Inhale lower back down and repeat.
4.    Do not lift the arms higher than shoulder level.
5.    Avoid this move if you have any low back or shoulder problems or if you feel pain in the low back or shoulders (or anywhere else).

Trainer Tips:
•    Proper form, posture and correct breathing are very important – not only to isolate the targeted muscle group, but also to prevent injury.
•    Making the mind/muscle connection will insure that you get the most out of the exercise.
•    This exercise can also be performed by lying face down on an incline bench or ball.
•    If you are slinging the weight to complete the movement, the weight is too heavy.