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Exercise Demonstrations

Chest Flys on Ball

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Starting Position

You will need two Swiss balls. Bring both balls together, side by side. Place one of your lower arms on each ball. Your body should be approximately at a 45 degree angle with normal curvature of your lower back.

Action

Roll the balls outward, allowing your arms to open up. Continue until you feel you have reached a comfortable range of motion. Squeeze your arms back together, bringing the balls back to their original position. Try doing 2 sets with 10-12 repetitions.

Special Instructions

Keep your spine in a neutral position.

Muscles Worked: Chest

 
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