Dumbbell Iron Cross (female)

Dumbbell Iron Cross demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand by your sides
  • 2Squat down, pushing your hips back and bending your knees, while keeping your chest up and your back straight
  • 3As you stand up from the squat, lift the dumbbells out to the sides and up to shoulder height, making a 'T' shape with your body
  • 4Lower the dumbbells back to your sides as you squat back down
  • 5Repeat this for your desired number of reps

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise
  • Do not lock your knees when standing up
  • Ensure your movements are slow and controlled
  • Do not let your knees extend past your toes during the squat

Dumbbell Iron Cross Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs