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Standing Lateral Raise
Target: Shoulders
Step 1: Stand with your
stomach tight and your
back straight. Hold a pair of
dumbbells at your sides, one
in each hand.
Step 2: Exhale as you raise
your arms out to the sides
with your palms facing
down. Bring the dumbbells
to shoulder level, keeping a
slight bend in your elbows.
Keep your neck long.
Step 3: Inhale as you lower
your arms. Do 15 repetitions.
One-Arm Row
Target: Middle and upper back
Step 1: Hold dumbbells in your
hands with your left foot in
front of your right for balance
and stability. Lean forward
slightly. Bend your left knee
slightly and rest your left arm
on your left thigh for support.
Step 2: Extend your right arm
down all the way to get a good
stretch. Keeping your back
straight, pull the weight up
toward your armpit, bending
your elbow as shown, then
lower it. Do 8–12 repetitions,
then switch sides.
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FYI
Women may want to start with 1- or 3-pound weights. They may work up to 5- or 8-pound
weights, depending on their age and strength. Men may want to get 10- or 12-pound dumbbells.
They typically cost $1 a pound and can be found at most sporting goods stores.
