Dumbbell Arnold Press (version 2)
- Category
- Shoulders
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Primary muscles
- Anterior Deltoids
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps Brachii
How to do it
- Sit on a bench holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height with your palms facing each other and your elbows bent.
- Engage your shoulders and rotate your palms to face forward as you press the dumbbells overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Reverse the motion by lowering the dumbbells back to shoulder height while rotating your palms to face each other again.
- Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions, ensuring a smooth and controlled motion throughout the exercise.
Form tips
- Avoid locking your elbows at the top of the movement to maintain tension in the muscles.
- Breathe out as you press the dumbbells overhead and breathe in as you lower them.
- Maintain a controlled pace to maximize muscle engagement and avoid using momentum.
