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L sit dumbbell shoulder press to lean back

Strengthens back, shoulders, core

ChestIntermediateStrengthPress

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: back (lats, rhomboids). Secondary: biceps, rear delts
Muscle groupChest
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeStrength · Press
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~30 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup — get into the starting position for L sit dumbbell shoulder press to lean back.
  2. Step 2: Engage your core and set your posture.
  3. Step 3: Perform the movement with control through the full range.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze the target muscles at the peak of the movement.
  5. Step 5: Return slowly to the start and repeat for the prescribed reps.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Strengthens back, shoulders, core

Common mistakes

Arching the lower back or flaring elbows excessively

Make it harder

Increase weight or slow the tempo

Make it easier

Use a lighter weight or reduce reps

Breathing

Exhale on the effort, inhale on the return

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