Workout Labs Fit
Home Calendar My workouts Library Fit
Warm-up of 00:00
Workout of 7 00:00
Cooldown of 00:00
Begin workout Resume Start over Save and Customize

Beginner Dumbbell Upper-Crossed Posture Fix

19 min
 · 
7 exercises

Target upper-crossed syndrome with this beginner posture-correcting warm-up. Hold each static pose for a minimum of 60 seconds. Each foam rolling stretch should also consist of 60 seconds of movement. Take your time, breathe deeply, and restore alignment!

0:30 rest
Cobra Abdominal Stretch exercise illustration
Cobra Abdominal Stretch
1 sets
60 secs
0:30 rest
Neck Stretch exercise illustration
Neck Stretch
1 sets
60 reps
60 secs per side
0:30 rest
Wall Angels exercise illustration
Wall Angels
1 sets
60 secs
Keep you head against the wall
0:30 rest
Supermans exercise illustration
Supermans
2 sets
12 reps
60 sec rest
0:30 rest
Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Rear Delt Raises exercise illustration
Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Rear Delt Raises
2 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Use a light weight (2 - 3 kg).
0:30 rest
Dumbbell Floor Chest Press exercise illustration
Dumbbell Floor Chest Press
2 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Use a light weight (5 kg) and ensure your head remains on the floor.

About this workout

Beginner Dumbbell Upper-Crossed Posture Fix is a free 19 min workout plan with 7 illustrated exercises for your upper back, abs, back and chest. Follow the workout online, save it to your WorkoutLabs Fit account or download it as a printable PDF.

Tap any exercise in the workout to see the muscles worked, clear exercise illustrations and step-by-step instructions. Each workout includes sets, reps, rest times and notes so you can follow the plan without guessing.

Workout details

  • Duration: 19 min
  • Exercises: 7
  • Training focus: Upper back, abs, back and chest
  • Equipment: Dumbbells
  • Level: Beginner
  • Format: Interactive workout and printable PDF

For more ready-made training plans, try WorkoutLabs Fit. You can follow visual workouts, build your own routines, manage your training calendar and track your progress. Sign up today to claim your free week.

Questions about this workout

What equipment do I need for this workout?

You'll need dumbbells for this workout. Tap any exercise to see form instructions and possible substitutions if a piece of equipment isn't available.

How long does the Beginner Dumbbell Upper-Crossed Posture Fix take?

The full workout takes about 19 minutes, covering 7 exercises with prescribed sets, reps and rest periods. Using the built-in timers and auto-advance keeps you on pace from start to finish.

Is this workout suitable for my fitness level?

Yes – this is a beginner-friendly workout. Every exercise includes an illustration and step-by-step instructions, so you can learn proper form as you go. Start with lighter weights and focus on technique.

What muscles does this workout target?

This routine primarily works your upper back & lower traps, abs, neck & upper traps, quadriceps, shoulders, lower back. Tap any exercise in the workout to see a muscle diagram showing exactly which primary and secondary muscles it activates.

How often should I do this workout?

For get toned, increase flexibility, aim to do this workout 2–3 times per week with at least one rest day between sessions. Progress by gradually adding weight or reps, and pair it with workouts for other muscle groups during the week.

Can I download or save this workout?

Yes – you can download this workout as a free printable PDF using the download button, or save it to a free WorkoutLabs Fit account to follow it on your phone, customize the exercises and track your progress.

Beginner Dumbbell Upper-Crossed Posture Fix
19 min
 · 
7 exercises
Target upper-crossed syndrome with this beginner posture-correcting warm-up. Hold each static pose for a minimum of 60 seconds. Each foam rolling stretch should also consist of 60 seconds of movement. Take your time, breathe deeply, and restore alignment!
Auto-advance Start exercises automatically
after a 5-second delay
Start workout Cancel workout
Foam Roller Upper Back Stretch
Foam Roller Upper Back Stretch exercise illustration
1 sets
60 secs
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Primary muscle group(s):
Upper Back & Lower Traps
  1. Sit on the ground and place a foam roller directly behind your lower back. Bend your knees and place your arms across your chest. Bring your feet to hip-width and allow them to support you as you carefully lean back and on to the foam roller.
  2. Move your body down on the foam roller until it reaches your upper back. Brace your core and begin by slowly rolling your body up 2 to 3 inches.
  3. Pause and slowly roll the opposite way. Be sure to roll out at different levels on your upper back.
Rest
0:00
next up
Cobra Abdominal Stretch
Next
Cobra Abdominal Stretch
Cobra Abdominal Stretch exercise illustration
1 sets
60 secs
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs
Secondary:
Lower Back
  1. Lie face down with your hands under your shoulders.
  2. Point your feet downwards to lengthen your spine.
  3. Slowly push your torso up as far as you comfortably can – try to get your hips to rise off the floor slightly.
  4. Hold the stretch and then lower down to starting position.

Avoid this stretch if you have back problems.

Rest
0:00
next up
Neck Stretch
Next
Neck Stretch
Neck Stretch exercise illustration
1 sets
60 reps
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
60 secs per side
Primary muscle group(s):
Neck & Upper Traps
  1. Stand tall with your head facing forward.
  2. Lower your left ear to your left shoulder as far as is comfortable.
  3. Place your left hand on your head, just above the right ear and gently pull the head a little further to the left side to feel the stretch on the right side of your neck.
  4. Release the stretch and repeat on the other side.
Rest
0:00
next up
Wall Angels
Next
Wall Angels
Wall Angels exercise illustration
1 sets
60 secs
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Keep you head against the wall
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps, Shoulders
Secondary:
Abs, Hamstrings
  1. Stand against a wall with your feet at shoulder-width. Walk your feet out about 2 or 3 steps. There will be a bend in your knees.
  2. Keep your core tight as you raise your hands up and next to your ears. Place your shoulders and arms against the wall.
  3. Push your arms above you, maintaining contact with the wall. Slowly, lower your arms and immediately begin again.
Rest
0:00
next up
Supermans
Next
Supermans
Supermans exercise illustration
2 sets
12 reps
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Primary muscle group(s):
Lower Back
Secondary:
Abs
  1. Lie face down on a mat, with your arms fully extended above your head and your legs fully extended behind you.
  2. Lift your chest, arms and legs off the floor by arching your back. Only the tops of your quads and your lower abdomen should be in contact with the floor.
  3. Hold for a count of 2 while squeezing your abdominals and obliques.
  4. Return to the starting position for a count of one, then repeat.

This exercise can be done using one arm and it's opposite leg at a time. For example, right arm and left leg raised while your left arm and right leg remain on the floor. This method of execution allows you to use the free hand to push down on the floor to lift your chest higher from the ground.

Primary muscle group(s):
Lower Back
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings
  1. Lie face down on a hyper extension bench with your upper thighs and lower hips on the support pad. You must be able to bend at the waist freely.
  2. Lock your ankles under the footpads.
  3. Start with your body in a straight line head to toe.
  4. Place your arms across your chest, behind or at the side of your head.
  5. Slowly bend forward by relacing your, back and abdominal muscles.
  6. Continue as far as possible without rounding your back or raising your thighs from the support pad. You should feel a slight stretch in your hamstrings.Hold for a count of one.
  7. Return to the start position by contracting your back and abdominal muscles until your body is once again straight. Do not arch your back up at the end of the movement. Pause and repeat.

As your strength and flexibility increase, you can hold a weight plate against your chest for extra resistance.

Primary muscle group(s):
Lower Back
  1. Lie prone on a swiss ball with your feet hip width apart. You can place your feet against a wall for better stability. Clasp your hands behind your head with elbows pointing out.
  2. Engage your abs and raise your torso off the ball, hyperextending your spine.
  3. Return your torso to the ball to the starting position.
Rest
0:00
next up
Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Rear Delt Raises
Next
Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Rear Delt Raises
Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Rear Delt Raises exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Use a light weight (2 - 3 kg).
Primary muscle group(s):
Shoulders
  1. Begin by holding a pair of dumbbells and standing with a braced core. Bend at the knees slightly and lean forward from the hips. Maintain a flat back throughout.
  2. Keeping your elbows slightly bent throughout the movement, lift the dumbbells up and out to the side. Be sure to focus the contraction in the back of the shoulders.
  3. Pause at the top of the movement then slowly bring the dumbbells to the starting position.
Primary muscle group(s):
Upper Back & Lower Traps
Secondary:
Shoulders
  1. Begin by holding a pair of water bottles and standing with a braced core. Bend at the knees slightly and lean forward from the hips. Maintain a flat back throughout.
  2. Keeping your elbows slightly bent throughout the movement, lift the water bottles up and out to the side. Be sure to focus the contraction in the back of the shoulders.
  3. Pause at the top of the movement then slowly bring the water bottles to the starting position.
Primary muscle group(s):
Upper Back & Lower Traps
Secondary:
Middle Back / Lats
  1. Adjust the cables so that the handles sit at chest height.
  2. Grip the handle, across your body in a neutral grip, with both hands.
  3. Keeping only a slight bend at your elbow, pull the cable back across your body using the muscles in your back.
  4. Hold the flexed position for a full second before allowing the cable to pull you slowly back to the starting position.
Rest
0:00
next up
Dumbbell Floor Chest Press
Next
Dumbbell Floor Chest Press
Dumbbell Floor Chest Press exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Use a light weight (5 kg) and ensure your head remains on the floor.
Primary muscle group(s):
Chest
Secondary:
Abs, Shoulders, Triceps
  1. Place a pair of dumbbells on the floor. Lie on your back in between the dumbbells. Bend your knees and move your feet towards your butt.
  2. Grab the dumbbells and hold them above you. Allow your upper arms to remain on the floor. Begin the movement by pushing the dumbbells over your chest. Pause at the top and squeeze your chest muscles.
  3. Slowly bring the weights down to the starting position, allowing your arms to rest for a brief moment before beginning the next repetition.
Workout done!
Exercises done
of 7
Total time
Access 1000+ more workouts, build your own plans and track progress with Fit
Start my free week
Free 7-day trial • No charge today
Add to
  • Mon, Jul 6
You can switch gender of illustrations here
Got it
Save, edit and schedule this workout with Fit
Card saved • No charge today
Delete forever?
Yep, toss it!