Standing Arms Flinging
Expert Advice
Control the fling motion to avoid hyperextending your joints, and keep your shoulders relaxed.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Start with your arms crossed in front of your chest.
- Quickly open your arms out to the sides, stretching your chest.
- Bring your arms back in front of you in a controlled manner.
- Repeat the flinging motion for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Standing Arms Flinging primarily targets the Shoulders, Chest, Abs, Traps, with Stretching mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders25%
Chest25%
Abs25%
Traps25%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Stretching
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 20s
Intermediate3 x 30s
Advanced4 x 45s
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Standing Arms Flinging work?
Standing Arms Flinging primarily targets the Shoulders, Chest, Abs, Traps. It is classified as a Stretching exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Standing Arms Flinging?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 20s. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 30s. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 45s. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Standing Arms Flinging suitable for beginners?
Standing Arms Flinging is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
