This is a great free weight exercise for your back.

Instructions

  1. Start this exercise standing with your feet together, knees slightly bent, torso bent, elbows bent to form a 90 degree angle at your sides, and dumbbells in each hand.

  2. Inhale and extend arms in a downward motion towards the floor.

  3. Exhale and pull weights directly towards your chest, bending your elbows and keeping your back straight. This completes one full rep.

  4. Do 10-12 reps. Increase weights as you progress with this exercise.