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Around The Worlds

Primary
Chest
Secondary
Shoulders
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
intermediate

Around The Worlds demonstration

Around The Worlds, starting position
Around The Worlds, starting position
Around The Worlds, finishing position
Around The Worlds, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Lay down on a flat bench holding a dumbbell in each hand with the palms of the hands facing towards the ceiling. Tip: Your arms should be parallel to the floor and next to your thighs. To avoid injury, make sure that you keep your elbows slightly bent. This will be your starting position.
  2. 2Now move the dumbbells by creating a semi-circle as you displace them from the initial position to over the head. All of the movement should happen with the arms parallel to the floor at all times. Breathe in as you perform this portion of the movement.
  3. 3Reverse the movement to return the weight to the starting position as you exhale.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
ChestShoulders

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
push
Mechanic
compound
Level
intermediate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Around The Worlds work?

Around The Worlds primarily targets the Chest. It also works the Shoulders as secondary muscles.

What equipment do I need for Around The Worlds?

Around The Worlds requires Dumbbell.

Is Around The Worlds suitable for beginners?

Around The Worlds is classified as intermediate level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.

Alternatives to Around The Worlds

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.