Strength

Dumbbell Superman Hold

Boost strength and stability in your lower back and glutes with the Dumbbell Superman Hold. This exercise, which imitates Superman's flying pose with dumbbells, also enhances posture and reduces back pain risk.

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Dumbbell Superman Hold instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Lie facedown on a flat bench, with your chest reaching the end of the bench with arms hanging down.

2

Hold a light weight in each hand with palms facing towards one another.

3

Stretch your arms directly in front of you so that they create a straight line with your torso.

4

Raise your arms as far as they can go, while keeping them straight. Hold this position.

5

Lower your arms back down and then repeat for the desired number of reps.

Lie facedown on a flat bench, with your chest reaching the end of the bench with arms hanging down.

Hold a light weight in each hand with palms facing towards one another.

Stretch your arms directly in front of you so that they create a straight line with your torso.

Raise your arms as far as they can go, while keeping them straight. Hold this position.

Lower your arms back down and then repeat for the desired number of reps.

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