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Dumbbell Incline Bench Row to reverse fly

Strengthens the back and improves posture

BackBeginnerStrengthPull

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: Upper back and lats. Secondary: biceps
Muscle groupBack
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Pull
Sets & reps5 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~50 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Hinge at hips with slight knee bend
  2. Step 2: Hold dumbbells with arms extended
  3. Step 3: Pull dumbbells toward your sides squeezing shoulder blades
  4. Step 4: Lower with control
  5. Step 5: Repeat

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Strengthens the back and improves posture

Common mistakes

Rounding the back or using momentum

Make it harder

Increase weight

Make it easier

Use lighter weight or single arm supported

Breathing

Exhale when pulling up

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