3 Moves to Sexy, Sculpted Shoulders

Beginner Exercises

1. Resistance-Band Front Extensions

• Stand on the center of a long resistance band with feet shoulder-width apart.
• Hold an end of band in each hand at waist level.
• Raise extended arms in front of your body to about chest level, palms facing down.
• Slowly lower and repeat 8 to 10 times.

2. Single-Arm Lateral Raise

• Standing with feet shoulder-width apart, hold a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell in each hand, arms slightly bent.
• Slowly raise right arm to shoulder height, without locking elbow.
• Lower; repeat with left arm.
• Keep alternating; do 8 to 10 times per side.

3. Upright Row

• Standing with feet shoulder-width apart, hold a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell in each hand in front of your hips, palms facing your body.
• Lift elbows to shoulder height, bringing weights in front of your chest.
• Hold for 3 counts and release.
• Lower and repeat 8 to 10 times.