Dumbbell Prone W Raise (male)

Dumbbell Prone W Raise demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie down on a flat bench face-down and hold a dumbbell in each hand
  • 2Extend your arms straight in front of you
  • 3Raise the dumbbells to the sides and upwards, forming a 'W' shape with your body
  • 4Lower the dumbbells back until they're parallel with your body
  • 5Repeat the motions for the specific number of reps

Tips:

  • Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together when raising the dumbbells
  • Maintain a slow and controlled movement to effectively engage your muscles
  • Ensure your hands are not higher than shoulder level at the highest point of the movement
  • Avoid using weights that are too heavy so as not to strain your shoulder.

Dumbbell Prone W Raise Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs