Equipmentdumbbell
Difficultyintermediate
deltsshoulders
Dumbbell Arnold Press
The dumbbell Arnold press is a shoulder exercise that targets the deltoids while also engaging the triceps 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.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 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.Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended and your palms are facing forward.
- 3.Rotate your wrists as you lift, so that your palms are facing forward at the top of the movement.
- 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
tricepsupper chest
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