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StrengthKettlebell

Kettlebell Lying on Floor Rear Delt Raise

Intensity
10–15 reps
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Shoulders100%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Keep your thumbs pointed toward the ceiling throughout the movement.

  1. 1

    Lie face down on the floor with a kettlebell in each hand, arms extended in front of you.

  2. 2

    Keep your head and chest slightly lifted off the floor.

  3. 3

    Raise the kettlebells out to the sides, keeping your arms straight, until they are in line with your shoulders.

  4. 4

    Lower the kettlebells back to the starting position with control.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Focus on moving through the shoulder joint, keeping your arms straight, to target the rear deltoids effectively.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Cranking the neck up to look forward
  • ✕Bending the elbows during the raise
  • ✕Dropping the kettlebells too quickly
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