Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | 2 dumbbells |
Additional Equipment | flat bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp dumbbells and lie prone on flat bench. With arm flexed hold dumbbell under bench, just above floor.Execution
Move dummbells upward to sides by flexing back and shoulder blades. Keep arms slightly flexed. Return and repeat.Variations / Comments
Keep head and chest on bench.
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Deltoid, Posterior |
Synergist | Rhomboids | Infraspinatus | Trapezius, Middle | Trapezius, Lower | Deltoid, Lateral |
Stabilizers | Triceps Brachii | Wrist Extensors |
Front
Rear