Exercise technique

exercise ball alternating arm ups

This exercise targets the latissimus dorsi (lats) and involves alternating arm lifts while seated on a stability ball, engaging the core and shoulders for balance and control.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Sit on the stability ball with your feet flat on the ground and your back straight.
  2. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing inwards and your arms extended down by your sides.
  3. Engage your core and slowly lift one arm up towards your shoulder, keeping your elbow slightly bent.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your arm back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the movement with the other arm.
  6. Continue alternating arms for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders, Core.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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