Turn over to the left side. Vigorously rotate the right shoulder,
carrying it in as wide a circle as possible.
This rotary action of the shoulders may be repeated several times in
different positions of the body.
The exercise is important for the freeing of the whole torso. The
shoulders of most people are rather weak. They should be strong and
vigorous especially in brain workers because their action tends to
affect the circulation of the blood toward the head. It has also an
effect upon the summit of the lungs and certain regions which need
freedom.
The rotary action of the shoulders may be given best when lying on the
side. The action of the shoulders, however, should not be neglected as
it brings a harmonious circulation in the region of the throat. The
exercise tends also to affect the whole summit of the chest.
The active shoulder expresses animation and ardor in passion. A good
strong shoulder is also an indication of vitality.
The circular and rotary action of the shoulders, the feet, and the hips,
is best performed with triple rhythm,--first, upward and forward;
second, backward; third, release. The release may be quick and firm.
Triple rhythm has a very sympathetic and stimulating effect. The run is
more of a triple rhythm, while the walk is dual. All forms of rhythm,
all of the metres should be introduced into the various exercises.