Reviewed exercise · beginner

Reverse Snow Angel

A accessory horizontal pull movement for back, shoulders.

Equipment

bodyweight

Typical range

8–20 reps

Also trains

No secondary emphasis listed

Set up

Set up in a clear space and inspect every contact point before starting.

Execute

Lie face down and sweep straight arms from overhead toward the hips without shrugging.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled range, then exit the position safely.

Coaching cues

• Keep the reach long.
• Use a repeatable, pain-free range.

Common mistakes

• Forcing range or lifting the chest excessively.
• Continuing after position, control, or equipment security is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.