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Instructions
- Pick a couple of dumbbells and stand with a straight torso and the dumbbells by your side at arms length with the palms of the hand facing you. This will be your starting position. for best results.
- While maintaining the torso in a stationary position (no swinging), lift the dumbbells to your side with a slight bend on the elbow and the hands slightly tilted forward as if pouring water in a glass. Continue to go up until you arms are parallel to the floor. Exhale as you execute this movement and pause for a second at the top. for best results.
- Lower the dumbbells back down slowly to the starting position as you inhale. for best results.
- Repeat this exercise for the recommended amount of repetitions. for best results.