Dumbbell Turkish Get-Up

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Instructions

1. Begin by lying flat on your back with a dumbbell held in one hand, extended vertically above your shoulder. The same-side knee should be bent with your foot flat on the floor. for best results.
2. Keep your eyes on the dumbbell as you begin the movement. Push through your foot and prop yourself up onto your opposite elbow. for best results.
3. Transition from your elbow to your hand, maintaining control of the dumbbell overhead. Your chest should be open and the dumbbell steady. for best results.
4. Drive your hips upward into a bridge position. Sweep your straight leg back behind you and bring your body into a lunge stance. for best results.
5. From the lunge position, push up into a standing position while keeping the dumbbell vertical and under control at all times. for best results.
6. Reverse each step slowly and carefully to return to the starting position. for best results.
7. Repeat this exercise for the recommended amount of repetitions before switching arms. for best results.

Video demonstration of Dumbbell Turkish Get-Up

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