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Dumbbell Rear Delt Flys

A shoulder isolation exercise that targets the posterior deltoids through controlled rear deltoid fly movements with dumbbells to improve shoulder balance and posture.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding dumbbells at your sides. Bend forward at the hips and raise your arms out to the sides in a wide arc, focusing on the rear deltoids. Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with control.

Starting Position

Begin standing with feet shoulder-width apart, bent forward at the hips, dumbbells at your sides, and core engaged.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position with dumbbells at your sides, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Keep your arms straight, focus on rear deltoids, control the movement, engage your core

Common Mistakes

Using momentum, not maintaining proper form, rushing the movement, not focusing on rear deltoids

Progression Tips

Increase weight, add more repetitions, perform single-arm variations, or add pause at top.

Regression Tips

Use lighter weights, perform with resistance bands, or reduce range of motion.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience pain in the shoulders or upper back. Maintain proper form to avoid injury. Focus on controlled movement rather than heavy weight.