Instructions:
- 1Stand erect with a barbell in your hand, using a grip wider than your shoulders
- 2Lift the barbell, pulling it up until your elbows are shoulder height and the bar is near your chin
- 3Pause briefly at the top
- 4Lower the barbell in a smooth and controlled motion to the starting position
- 5Repeat this motion for desired number of repetitions
Tips:
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability
- Avoid using your back or your lower body to lift the bar
- Visualize your shoulders doing the lifting as you perform this exercise
- Maintain a slight bend in your knees throughout the movement for better balance