For men Difficulty 2/5
Prone Y-Lift
Back / Arms
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Prone Arm SweepsExercise demonstration
For men
Prone Arm Sweeps
BackArmsDifficulty 2/5Prone
How to do it
- Lie on your stomach with your knees bent, feet raised, and arms hovering above the floor.
- Sweep your arms smoothly from overhead toward your sides and back while keeping your chest slightly lifted.
What to feel
Your upper back and shoulders working through the sweep, with your chest gently lifted.
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