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Bent Over Y - Dumbbell

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  • HOW: Hold two dumbbells in a standing position with your feet shoulder width apart. Hinge forward at the hips  and slightly bend your knees. Hold the dumbbells with your thumbs pointed up.  Squeeze your shoulder blades back and raise your arms up in a diagonal motion up to shoulder height. 
  • FEEL: You should feel your shoulder muscles working. 
  • COMPENSATION: Keep your thumbs up and as you bring your arms up.

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