How to do it
Cup the top end of the dumbbell with both palms and grip firmly throughout.
- 1
Lie on a stability ball with your upper back and shoulders supported, hips raised.
- 2
Hold a dumbbell with both hands and extend your arms above your chest.
- 3
Lower the dumbbell in an arc behind your head, keeping your arms straight.
- 4
Pull the dumbbell back to the starting position, engaging your lats and chest.
Expert tip
Engage your abs and glutes to maintain a stable position on the ball and prevent arching your back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows as the dumbbell lowers
- ✕Letting the hips drop from the bridge
- ✕Jerking the dumbbell back up with momentum