Barbell Skier Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Posterior
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Posterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Lateral, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Barbell Shoulder Fly
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Barbell Skier
- Start by standing or sitting upright with your feet shoulder-width apart and the barbell held in front of you.
- With a firm grip, lift the barbell out to the sides, keeping your arms slightly bent.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting with the back instead of the shoulders.
- Not following through with full range of motion.
- Allowing elbows to drop too low.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated to stabilize the upper body.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together as you lift the barbell.
- Control the descent of the weight to avoid injury.
Barbell Skier Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoids
fitness
weightlifting
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