Dumbbell Seated Alternate Shoulder Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Triceps Brachii, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press
How to: Dumbbell Seated Alternate Shoulder
- Sit on a bench or chair with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.
- Engage your core and raise the dumbbells to shoulder height.
- Press the dumbbells overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core, leading to poor posture.
- Using momentum instead of muscle strength to raise weights.
- Allowing the elbows to drift too far from the body.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated on a stability ball for added support.
- Use lighter weights to ensure proper form.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged during the exercise.
- Avoid locking your elbows when lowering the dumbbells.
- Focus on a controlled motion to maximize muscle engagement.
Dumbbell Seated Alternate Shoulder Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoids
dumbbells
upper body
fitness