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1.01
StrengthDumbbell

Dumbbell Side Plank with Rear Fly

Intensity
10–15 reps
MET
4energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Shoulders20%
  • Abs20%
  • Chest20%
  • Traps20%

Supporting muscles

  • Glutes
  • Quads
  • Triceps
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Press your bottom forearm firmly into the ground through every rep.

  1. 1

    Assume a side plank position with one hand holding a dumbbell.

  2. 2

    Stabilize your body on your bottom forearm with feet stacked.

  3. 3

    Perform a rear fly by lifting the dumbbell upwards while keeping your arm slightly bent.

  4. 4

    Lower the dumbbell with control and repeat before switching sides.

Expert tip

Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels and control the dumbbell movement to target the rear deltoids effectively.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Rotating the torso open during the lift
  • ✕Straightening the lifting arm at the top
  • ✕Unstacking the feet during the rear fly
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