Dumbbell lying external shoulder rotation Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Teres Minor
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Teres Minor
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Infraspinatus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Lying external rotation with dumbbell
How to: Dumbbell lying external shoulder rotation
- Lie on your side with a dumbbell in the top hand.
- Keep your elbow bent at 90 degrees and close to your body.
- Rotate the arm upward, keeping the elbow stable, until the forearm is parallel to the ground.
- Lower the weight back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting weights that are too heavy.
- Allowing the elbow to stray away from the body.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights or perform without weights for beginners.
- Support your arm on a flat bench for additional stability.
Tips
- Start with lighter dumbbells to ensure proper form.
- Keep your elbow close to your side throughout the movement.
Dumbbell lying external shoulder rotation Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
dumbbell
external rotation
strength
rehabilitation
fitness