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Exercise Demonstrations

Dumbbell Flys
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Dumbbell Flys Exercise

Starting Position

Lie flat on a bench. Hold dumbbells with arms extended and elbows slightly bent.

Action

INHALE: Lower dumbbells until elbows are at shoulder height.

EXHALE: Raise the dumbbells up until they meet.

Special Instructions

A narrow bench will allow free movement of the shoulders. This is not an exercise for heavy weights. Keeping arms slightly bent will less the stress on the elbow.

Muscles Worked: Chest

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