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This Stork will deliver big benefits

Copley News Service

BALANCED LIFE - To improve balance and work on strengthening the biceps, rear deltoid, rhomboids, hamstring and gluteal muscles, fire Capt. Bob Glass demonstrates a bent-over, weighted row performed on one leg. CNS Photo by Howard Lipin.
The moves: A bent-over dumbbell row during a single-leg mini-squat.

Works on: Balance and strengthening of the biceps, rear deltoid, rhomboids, glutes and hamstrings.

Precautions: Stand near something sturdy to use for balance assistance. Movements are slow and controlled.

Setup: Stand on your left leg and hold a dumbbell in the right hand. Bend forward at the waist, keeping the spine flat, and raise the right leg off the ground behind you. Bend the left knee into a mini-squat and straighten the right arm to bring the dumbbell down to the height of the knee.

Steps: Simultaneously straighten the left knee while you row the dumbbell to your side. Row the weight by squeezing the shoulder blades together and pulling the elbow back.

Repetitions: Three sets of 10-12.

Options: Try a low cable row to add more challenge.

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