Prone Raise / Scaption With Dumbbells
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through 5 votes
through 5 votes

muscles: | Trapezius![]() ![]() |
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auxiliary muscles: | Lower Back![]() ![]() |
required: | Doable Without Equipment And Weights |
optional: | Bench, Dumbbells (2) |
fitness level: | Normal |
exercise type: | Strength |
Variations available (17) |




Starting Position
- the feet are shoulder width apart
- angle the legs a bit, to preserve the joints
- bend the hip, until your upper body is tilted forward to at least 45 degrees
- the arms are hanging down with a minimal bending, the palms point to each other
- the back is straight
Correct Execution
- lift the arms forward and outwards a bit, until they are in a line with your upper body (the upper body forms a Y then)
- keep the elbows slightly bent and the back straight
- hold this position for a moment, to impede the exercise
- afterwards let the arms sink down
- repeat it several times for an effective shoulder workout
tips for the workout
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- additionally, you can use an angled weight bench for more stability
- lay your front on the bench and execute as described above