Stand with the feet hip-width apart and tilt the torso at the hips to establish a 45-degree angle. Keep the chest up and maintain a tall posture.

Grab a dumbbell in each hand.

Pull the weight upward in a sweeping path, with the thumb in line with the bottom ribs, instead of the shoulders.

Point the elbow up towards the ceiling and pause for 1-2 seconds.

Slowly descend until the arm is returned to full extension.