Dumbbell Iron Cross
Target Muscle
Secondary Muscles
Equipment
Raise both arms out to your sides until they are level with your shoulders, keeping them straight throughout the movement, this will be your starting position.
Slowly lower the dumbbells down in front of you until your hands meet at waist level, while maintaining the straightness of your arms.
Then, lift the dumbbells back out to your sides and up to shoulder height, returning to the starting position.
Repeat this movement for your desired number of repetitions, ensuring to maintain control of the dumbbells throughout the entire exercise.
Pro Tip
**Avoid Swinging:** A common mistake is to use momentum to swing the weights up, which can lead to injury and will not effectively work the targeted muscles. The movement should be controlled, with the muscles doing the work, not momentum. **Choose Appropriate Weight:** Select dumbbells that are the right weight for you. They should be heavy enough to challenge your muscles but not so heavy that they cause strain or force you to compromise your form. If you can't lift