Alternate Bent Over Dumbbell Reverse Fly
exercise_detail.body_part: enums.body_part.SHOULDERS
exercise_detail.description
The Alternate Bent Over Dumbbell Reverse Fly is an isolation exercise targeting the rear deltoids, upper back, and rhomboids. It involves bending at the hips while maintaining a neutral spine and lifting dumbbells laterally in an alternating fashion.
exercise_detail.how_to_perform
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip.
- Hinge at the hips to bend forward until your torso is almost parallel to the floor, keeping your back straight and knees slightly bent.
- Let your arms hang down naturally with a slight bend in the elbows.
- Engage your core and lift one dumbbell out to the side, keeping your elbow slightly bent, until it reaches shoulder height.
- Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position while simultaneously lifting the opposite dumbbell.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
exercise_detail.tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to maintain stability.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements to isolate the target muscles.
- Maintain a slight bend in the elbows to reduce strain on the joints.
- Ensure your back remains flat and avoid rounding your shoulders.
- Breathe out as you lift the dumbbell and inhale as you lower it.
- Start with lighter weights to master form before progressing to heavier loads.