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- 01Arrange two stable benches for the hands and a third bench in front for the feet, and verify that none can slide.
- 02Support one hand on each side bench, place both heels on the front bench, and keep the shoulders down.
- 03Bend the elbows straight back and lower only until the upper arms are about parallel with the floor.
- 04Press through both hands to return to full elbow extension without shrugging.
- 05Keep the hips between the hand supports and repeat without forcing extra shoulder depth.
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