I agree with the slowing down. Also, in your mind's eye, trying drawing the circles as continuous and very smooth. If you see the circle, and follow it, it will become rounder and smoother, and you will be more focused, inside. Along with slowing it down and drawing it smoothly, the size of the circle can be adjusted. The smaller it is, the less clumsy, to start. Sometimes, experiencing movements like this as small circles, like silver dollar size is a place to start. Keeping them continuous, smooth and connected, as you go around the circle, makes them 'energetic' movements, as opposed to just physical manipulations. You should feel as open, connected, and purposeful.
love,
gallen