Target Muscle

    Shoulders

    Equipment

    Dumbbell

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    Dumbbell Reverse Fly

    The dumbbell reverse fly is an exercise that targets the rear deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the trapezius and rhomboids. It is performed by hinging at the hips, keeping the back straight, and lifting dumbbells out to the sides in a controlled manner.

    Also Works

    TrapeziusRhomboids

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand.

    2. 2

      Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at the hips, keeping your back straight.

    3. 3

      Extend your arms straight down in front of you, palms facing each other.

    4. 4

      Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, raise your arms out to the sides until they are parallel to the ground.

    5. 5

      Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.

    6. 6

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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