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Backpack overhead extension: how to do it
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Backpack overhead
Starting position
Stand with your feet hip-width apart, grip a closed backpack with both hands, and hold it overhead.
The movement
Bend your elbows and lower the backpack behind your head, then straighten your elbows until your arms point up again.
Most common mistake
Don't let your elbows drift out to the sides, keep them pointing forward as you raise and lower the backpack.
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