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    Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press Exercise Guide

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    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

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press

    1. Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground.
    2. Hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height with your palms facing your body.
    3. Press the dumbbells up and rotate your palms to face forward at the top.
    4. Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height while rotating your palms back to the starting position.
    5. 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

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    Tags

    shoulders
    dumbbell
    deltoid
    strength
    upper body
    reverse press

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