Dumbbell Seated Cuban Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Seated Cuban Press
How to: Dumbbell Seated Cuban Press
- Sit on a bench with back support and hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height, palms facing you.
- Rotate your arms so that your palms face forward.
- Press the dumbbells overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum rather than controlled movement.
- Allowing the elbows to drop below shoulder level.
- Not engaging the core, which can lead to strain.
Modifications
- Perform seated with back support if experiencing discomfort.
- Use lighter weights or perform without weights for beginners.
Tips
- Keep your back straight while performing the press.
- Engage your core to maintain stability throughout the movement.
- Control the weight throughout the entire range of motion.
Dumbbell Seated Cuban Press Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
deltoid
strength
dumbbell
press
upper body