Target Muscle

    Shoulders

    Equipment

    Dumbbell

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    Dumbbell Arnold Press

    The dumbbell Arnold press is a shoulder exercise that targets the deltoids while also engaging the tricep and upper chest. It involves a rotational movement as you press the dumbbells overhead, increasing the range of motion and muscle activation compared to a standard shoulder press.

    Also Works

    TricepsUpper Chest

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Sit on a bench with back support and hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level, palms facing your body and elbows bent.

    2. 2

      Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended and your palms are facing forward.

    3. 3

      Rotate your wrists as you lift, so that your palms are facing forward at the top of the movement.

    4. 4

      Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.

    5. 5

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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