Straight Arm Dumbbell Pullover

Enhance chest and back muscles with this classic stretching movement.

Instructions

• Lie on a bench with feet flat on the floor.
• Hold a dumbbell in both hands above the chest with arms extended.
• Keeping arms straight, slowly lower dumbbell behind head until you feel a stretch in your chest.
• Return to the starting position and repeat.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Bending the elbows too much, turning it into a tricep exercise.
• Using too heavy a weight, leading to improper form or injury.
• Not maintaining proper breath control during the movement.

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