Bent Over Reach To Sky
Bent over Reach to Sky is a dynamic exercise that recruits several different muscles. This exercise improves strength in the upper and lower back, glutes, hamstrings, lats, and shoulders.
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Dumbbell Bent Over Rows
A back-strengthening exercise performed in a hinged position, using dumbbells to target the lats, rhomboids, and rear delts while improving posture, pulling power, and upper-body stability.
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Instructions
- Stand straight, holding a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip. Lean forward until your torso is approximately parallel to the floor (or slightly higher), then begin the movement by pulling your elbows behind your body and bringing your shoulder blades together.
- Pull the dumbbells towards your body until your elbows are at the midline (or just behind), then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position under control. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips
- Keep some tone in your abs as you pull the dumbbells into your body to ensure you don't over-arch your spine.
- Don't let momentum dictate the movement, control the dumbbells throughout the repetition.
- Do not allow your head to protrude forward as you pull.
Alternative Exercises
Dumbbell Row
Dumbbell Row focuses on your back muscles while also providing a comprehensive upper-body workout by activating several other muscle groups, including your chest, core, glutes, lower back, and triceps.
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