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Instructions
- Stand erect with a dumbbell on each hand (palms facing your torso), arms extended on the sides. for best results.
- Lift the dumbbells by elevating the shoulders as high as possible while you exhale. Hold the contraction at the top for a second. Tip: The arms should remain extended at all times. Refrain from using the biceps to help lift the dumbbells. Only the shoulders should be moving up and down. for best results.
- Lower the dumbbells back to the original position. for best results.
- Repeat this exercise for the recommended amount of repetitions. for best results.