ADBB Exercise of the Day 3-7-07

[Outback Jess]

Dead Lifts with Dumbells
Dead Lifts with Dumbbells

Starting Position
Begin this exercise by standing, feet hip-width apart, knees slightly bent, shoulders down and back. Hold one dumbbell in each hand, palms facing the body, weights in front of your thighs. Pull the abs in tight.

Action
INHALE: Keeping knees bent, abs in, and back flat, bend forward from the waist to lower the weights towards the ground. Keep head and neck in a neutral position in line with the spine (not pictured).

EXHALE: Contract your hamstrings and glutes, and straighten from the hips to return to the starting position. Try doing 2 sets with 10-12 repetitions.

Special Instructions
Even though there is lower back involvement, the drive should come from the glutes and hamstrings. Remember to keep knees slightly bent. Begin with very low weight.

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