Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | 2 dumbbells |
Additional Equipment | flat bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Sit on bench, feet below knees, and hold dumbbells to sides with arms slightly flexed. Lean forward, about 20 to 30 degrees. Keep back straight.Execution
Raise arms to sides until upper arms are parallel to floor. Keep elbows flexed throughout motion. Return and repeat.Variations / Comments
Bent-forward position shifts workload from front to side and rear shoulders.
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Deltoid, Lateral |
Synergist | Deltoid, Posterior | Supraspinatus | Trapezius, Middle | Trapezius, Lower |
Stabilizers | Trapezius, Upper | Erector Spinae | Wrist Extensors |
Front
Rear