How to do it
Anchor your feet wide on the floor for a stable base.
- 1
Lie face down on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing each other.
- 2
With a slight bend in your elbows, lift the dumbbells out to the sides until they are in line with your shoulders.
- 3
Hold the contraction for a moment at the top.
- 4
Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Ensure a controlled movement throughout the exercise, avoiding any jerky motions. Keep your chest up and shoulders back to fully engage the targeted muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Locking the elbows during the lift
- ✕Lifting the dumbbells past shoulder level
- ✕Letting the wrists curl backward