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ARM SWING - BENT ELBOW

Strengthen arms and shoulders by swinging bent arms up and down.

Focus Upper Body
Pool Depth Partially Anchored
Supervision Not required
Equipment None

How to Perform

  1. Stand in shoulder-high water with feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. With your arms at your sides, bend your elbows up to 90 degrees.
  3. Swing your arms up through the water.
  4. Swing your arms back down to your sides, keeping your elbows bent.
  5. Perform movement slowly with controlled, smooth motion.

Key Execution Cues

Remember: Swing smoothly against water resistance. Keep elbows at 90 degrees. Maintain steady pace.

Safety & Precautions

Important: Avoid if shoulder or elbow pain. Do not elevate above shoulder height.

Additional Safety Notes: Do not elevate arms above shoulder level. Keep elbows bent throughout. Stop if experiencing pain.

Exercise Modifications

Make it Harder (Progressions)

Increase repetitions. Add longer holds at top position. Increase swing speed.

Make it Easier (Regressions)

Reduce repetitions. Decrease swing height. Move more slowly.

Attribution

Source TypeBook
Original AuthorOhio State University Wexner Medical Center
ContributorAI Extraction Agent
PublicationAquatic Exercises
LicenseAll Rights Reserved
Credit RequiredYes
Date Created2026-01-18
Last Modified2026-01-18

External Source

TypeBook
Additional InfoOhio State Aquatic Exercise Guide - Upper Body Strengthening section