This exercise targets: chest, triceps, shoulders and lats
For this exercise, you will need: one or two dumbbells and a stepper
Lie on a stepper with your feet flat on the floor. You can perform this exercise with two dumbbells or one dumbbell only. Hold a dumbbell with your arms stretched out above your face. Keep your elbows bent and close to your head throughout the exercise.
Lower the dumbbell in a semicircular motion towards the floor -- you will feel a stretch in your chest muscles. Slowly return to the starting position.
Tips:
Exhale as you press the weight up, and inhale as you return to the starting position.
The actual range of motion is dependent upon individual shoulder flexibility.
Variations: You can perform this exercise on an exercise ball, but make sure to keep your balance.
Use weights suitable for your physical strength. If you are using heavy weights, make sure not to over-arch your back.
Don't lower the weight too far past your head, as this will raise your butt -- squeezing your glutes and abs will help you control the movement.
Beginners: 10 repetitions
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions
Advanced level: 20 repetitions
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For this exercise, you will need: one or two dumbbells and a stepper
Lie on a stepper with your feet flat on the floor. You can perform this exercise with two dumbbells or one dumbbell only. Hold a dumbbell with your arms stretched out above your face. Keep your elbows bent and close to your head throughout the exercise.
Lower the dumbbell in a semicircular motion towards the floor -- you will feel a stretch in your chest muscles. Slowly return to the starting position.
Tips:
Exhale as you press the weight up, and inhale as you return to the starting position.
The actual range of motion is dependent upon individual shoulder flexibility.
Variations: You can perform this exercise on an exercise ball, but make sure to keep your balance.
Use weights suitable for your physical strength. If you are using heavy weights, make sure not to over-arch your back.
Don't lower the weight too far past your head, as this will raise your butt -- squeezing your glutes and abs will help you control the movement.
Beginners: 10 repetitions
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions
Advanced level: 20 repetitions
If you have any questions or comments - please visit www.steadyhealth.com and start or join the discussion about this video.