Dumbbell Bent Over Face Pull Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Posterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Posterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, Deltoid Lateral, Trapezius Middle Fibers
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Bent Over Dumbbell Face Pull
How to: Dumbbell Bent Over Face Pull
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
- Bend at the hips to lean forward while keeping your back straight.
- With your arms extended straight below you, pull the dumbbells towards your face.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together as you lift.
- Lower the weights back to the starting position with control.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward or backward during the pull.
- Using too much weight and compromising form.
- Not fully extending the arms at the bottom of the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a lighter weight.
- Use a resistance band for a lower impact option.
Tips
- Keep your back straight to avoid injury.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
- Maintain a neutral wrist position throughout the exercise.
Dumbbell Bent Over Face Pull Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoids
posterior
pull
dumbbell