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How to do the Hyght Dumbbell Fly

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Hyght Dumbbell Fly is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Pectorals in the Chest region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Shoulders.

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Hyght Dumbbell Fly at a glance

Primary muscles
Pectorals
Secondary muscles
Shoulders
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Beginner
Type
Isolation (single-joint)
Force
Push

Hyght Dumbbell Fly step by step

  1. 1Lie flat on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing each other.
  2. 2Extend your arms straight up over your chest, with a slight bend in your elbows.
  3. 3Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, lower the dumbbells out to the sides in a wide arc until you feel a stretch in your chest.
  4. 4Pause for a moment, then reverse the movement and bring the dumbbells back to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Hyght Dumbbell Fly — questions

What muscles does the Hyght Dumbbell Fly work?

The Hyght Dumbbell Fly primarily targets the Pectorals. It also recruits the Shoulders as secondary movers.

What equipment do I need for the Hyght Dumbbell Fly?

You need dumbbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.

Is the Hyght Dumbbell Fly suitable for beginners?

Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.

What can I do instead of the Hyght Dumbbell Fly?

Dumbbell Around Pullover, Dumbbell Decline Fly, Dumbbell Decline One Arm Fly train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.

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