Dumbbell Iron Cross
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Exercise Details
Main Muscle Group : Upper Legs
Detailed Muscle Group : Hamstrings
Other Muscle Groups : Shoulders , Glutes
Type : Strength
Mechanics : Compound
Equipment : Dumbbell
Difficulty : Intermediate
Targeted Muscle Group
How To Perform Exercise
The iron cross exercise is an advanced workout that works and strengthens the whole body.
Steps :
1.) Start by gripping a dumbbell in each hand, and stand in a low squat stance with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms held out in front of you with your palms facing in.
2.) Standing upright, move your arms out and away from your body forming a T or cross position.
3.) Hold for a count then return back to the starting position.
4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.
Tips :
1.) Do this exercise with light weights until you are comfortable with the motion.
