Cheerleader Clap Backhand Swing
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The cheerleader clap backhand swing exercise targets upper body strength and shoulder mobility. By performing a wide circular motion with the arms, it helps engage and activate the shoulder muscles, enhancing flexibility and endurance. The exercise also engages core muscles for stability.
How to do it
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and arms extended sideways.
- Swing both arms forward, bringing hands together in a clapping motion, then swing them back in a wide arc.
- Continue swinging arms in a controlled backhand motion, keeping the core engaged and maintaining proper posture.
Muscles worked
Primary Deltoid Posterior Trapezius Upper Fibers
Secondary Deltoid Lateral Rhomboids Trapezius Middle Fibers