Purpose

(1) To work each side of the upper back independently, thereby preventing a stronger side from developing, as well as acting as weak point training to improve upper back symmetry.

Execution

(1) Grasp a dumbbell in each hand, bend your knees slightly, then bend forward from the waist, keeping your head up and your back straight. Let the weights hand at arm's length below the shoulders.

(2) Simultaneously lift both weights up as far as possible to your sides, holding your upper body steady to avoid involving your lower back.

(3) Lower the weights again, slowly.

Tips

(1) The weights should come up to your sides, not your chest, in order to keep biceps involvement to a minimum.