Dumbbell Bent Over Laterals

Position for the bent over lateral

1. In a seated position with your feet firmly planted on the floor, grasp two dumbbells with both hands.

2. Bend over until your body is roughly parallel to the ground or slightly above. Your chest should almost be touching your thighs.

Execution of the bent over lateral

1. In a controlled fashion, raise the dumbbells with both hands using your shoulders, out and away from the body. You should raise the dumbbells to each side until they are parallel with the upper back.

2. Pause for a moment and slowly lower the weight to the initial position.