Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Posterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Posterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, Deltoid Lateral, Trapezius Middle Fibers
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Reverse Arnold Press
How to: Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press
- Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground.
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height with your palms facing your body.
- Press the dumbbells up and rotate your palms to face forward at the top.
- Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height while rotating your palms back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting the weights too quickly without proper control.
- Not engaging the core, which may lead to back strain.
- Using excessive weights that may compromise form.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you're a beginner.
- Perform the exercise seated on an exercise ball for better stability.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back throughout the movement.
- Control the weight on the way down to prevent injury.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body while performing the press.
Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
dumbbell
deltoid
strength
upper body
reverse press