Target Muscle

    Shoulders

    Equipment

    Dumbbell

    Difficulty

    Beginner

    Category

    Strength

    Dumbbell Single Arm Upright Row

    The dumbbell one arm upright row is a unilateral shoulder exercise that targets the deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the traps and bicep. It involves lifting a dumbbell with one arm in an upright rowing motion.

    Also Works

    TrapsBiceps

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand with an overhand grip.

    2. 2

      Let the dumbbell hang at arm's length in front of your thighs, with your palm facing your body.

    3. 3

      Keeping your back straight and your core engaged, exhale and lift the dumbbell straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbow.

    4. 4

      Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale and slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.

    5. 5

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

    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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