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Dumbbell Pull 1.3

Session overview

"Dumbbell Pull" is an engaging and powerful workout designed to target the upper body's pulling muscles. Utilizing dumbbells for resistance, this routine focuses on developing a strong and defined back, biceps, and rear shoulders. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, "Dumbbell Pull" offers versatile exercises to suit your fitness level. Strengthen your pulling muscles, improve posture, and enhance your overall upper body strength with this rewarding and effective workout. Prepare to pull yourself closer to your fitness goals with "Dumbbell Pull."

Session details
Whiteboard
Resistance
Pull
Total time of workout
45 minutes
Equipment
Intensity:
Easy
Medium
Hard
00:00:00
1. Dumbbell Row
Reps: 3 x 10 3 x 10 3 x 10
Exercise 1

Dumbbell Row

Reps
3 x 10
3 x 10
3 x 10
Description

Let's get started by grabbing both of your dumbbells. Then hinge from the hips until your body is almost parallel to the floor and allow the arms to hang straight down from the shoulders with the palms facing inwards.

This is the starting position.

From here raise your elbows up as high as you can whilst keeping them tucked in and keeping your hands facing the floor.

Once done, return the dumbbells back down safely to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping Aids to make this exercise as safe as possible.

2. Dumbbell Wide Row
Reps: 3 x 10 3 x 10 3 x 10
Exercise 2

Dumbbell Wide Row

Reps
3 x 10
3 x 10
3 x 10
Description

Let's get started by grabbing both of your dumbbells. Then hinge from the hips until your body is almost parallel to the floor and allow the arms to hang straight down from the shoulders with the palms facing backwards.

This is the starting position.

From here raise your elbows up as high as you can whilst also moving them out to the side at 90 degrees to your torso and keeping your hands facing the floor.

Once done, return the dumbbells back down safely to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping Aids to make this exercise as safe as possible.

3. Dumbbell Bent Over Fly
Reps: 3 x 10 3 x 10 3 x 10
Exercise 3

Dumbbell Bent Over Fly

Reps
3 x 10
3 x 10
3 x 10
Description

Let's get started by grabbing both of your dumbbells. Then hinge from the hips until your body is almost parallel to the floor and allow the arms to hang straight down from the shoulders with the palms facing inwards.

This is the starting position.

From here raise your arms up towards the ceiling as high as you can, with a slight bend in your elbow.

Once done, return the dumbbells back down safely to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping Aids to make this exercise as safe as possible.

4. Dumbbell Bicep curl
Reps: 3 x 10 3 x 10 3 x 10
Exercise 4

Dumbbell Bicep curl

Reps
3 x 10
3 x 10
3 x 10
Description

Let's get started by grabbing a dumbbell and have it hanging by your side with your palm facing inwards towards your body.

This is the starting position.

From here curl the dumbbell up, by bending at the elbow until the arm is fully flexed or as high as you can. As you do this rotate your palm so it faces you.

Once done, return the dumbbell back down safely to your side. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount. Once you’ve done one arm, if required in the program and you are able to do so, repeat the exercise and the repetition with the other arm.

If you find yourself falling sideways it may be better to hold a dumbbell in each hand to counteract the weight.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping Aids to make this exercise as safe as possible.

5. Dumbbell Hammer Curl
Reps: 3 x 10 3 x 10 3 x 10
Exercise 5

Dumbbell Hammer Curl

Reps
3 x 10
3 x 10
3 x 10
Description

Let's get started by grabbing both your dumbbells and have them hanging by your side with the palms facing inwards towards your body.

This is the starting position.

From here curl the dumbbells up, by bending at the elbow until the arms are fully flexed or as high as you can. As you do this keep your palms facing inwards the whole time.

Once done, return the dumbbells back down safely to your side. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping Aids to make this exercise as safe as possible.