LiftsmithFace-down arm sweep
A isolation exercise for the rear delts and upper back, with help from the lower back. Equipment: no equipment.
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WorksRear deltsUpper backLower back
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How to do it
- Setup: Lie face down, arms by your sides, palms down, a little off the floor.
- Sweep the arms out and up to overhead
- Sweep them back down to the hips
Muscles worked
Equipment
None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.
Alternatives
Exercises that train the same main muscles. See all face-down arm sweep alternatives.
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