Rear Delt Fly
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Rear Delt Fly

Rear Deltoids · secondary: Trapezius, Rhomboids
Shoulders beginner Home / Gym dumbbell / bands
Sets × Reps
3 × 12-15
Rest
45s
Est. Calories
~4.5/min
Muscle Group
Shoulders
Starting Position

Grip the bar/handle at shoulder width, shoulders down and back, core braced.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Hinge forward at the hips, dumbbells hanging beneath the shoulders.

2. Raise your arms out to the sides, squeezing the shoulder blades.

3. Lower under control back to the start.

Breathing

Exhale as you pull, inhale as you return to the start under control.

Common Mistakes

Using momentum to yank the weight, shrugging instead of pulling with the back.

Safety Tips

Keep the spine neutral throughout; do not let the lower back round to complete the rep.

Variations

Beginner: Use light weight and a smaller range.

Intermediate: As described.

Advanced: Add a pause at the top of each rep.

Equipment Not Available? Try Instead
Resistance Band Row
Rhomboids
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