Dumbbell Rear Fly
Target Muscle
Secondary Muscles
Equipment
Lean forward at your hips until your torso is almost parallel to the floor, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
Extend your arms below your chest, keeping a slight bend in your elbows and the dumbbells parallel to each other.
Slowly raise the weights out to the sides, keeping your elbows slightly bent, until your arms are parallel to the floor.
Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position in a controlled manner to complete one repetition of the exercise.
Pro Tip
**Controlled Movement:** Avoid the common mistake of using momentum to lift the weights. Instead, focus on slow, controlled movements. Raise the dumbbells to your sides until they're level with your shoulders, then lower them back down. This will help to engage the muscles properly and prevent injuries. **Right Weight Selection:** Don't use weights that are too heavy. This is a common mistake that can lead to improper form and potential injury. If you can't perform the exercise with proper form, then the weights are too heavy. Start with lighter weights and gradually increase as your strength improves. **Elbow Position:** Keep a