All Rear Deltoids lifts

Bent-Over Rear Delt Raise

This is training information, not medical advice.

Bent-Over Rear Delt Raise starting positionBent-Over Rear Delt Raise finishing positionDemo

Primary

Secondary

Equipment

Dumbbells

Difficulty

Beginner

How to perform

  1. Bend forward nearly parallel to the floor with dumbbells hanging.
  2. Raise the arms in a wide arc targeting the rear delts.
  3. Pause briefly and lower under control.

Tips

  • Minimize torso swing.
  • Slightly externally rotate at the top for more rear-delt emphasis.

See Rear Deltoids in the 3D model

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