Double arm raise


sitting or lying starting positionHelps with:
Strength
Arm and hand

Starting position:
Sitting
Lying

Starting position

Sitting on a firm surface eg edge of the bed, on a stool/chair or even the loo!
This exercise can also be done in a lying position.

Step one

Hold an umbrella, pole, rolling pin or something similar, at hip level.

Step two

Keeping the elbows straight, raise the umbrella up and over your head if you can without causing any pain
Then lower slowly.

Repeat 3-5 times.

double arm raise exercise

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