Dumbbell Standing Alternate Arnold Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Lateral
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Arnold Press
How to: Dumbbell Standing Alternate Arnold Press
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height with palms facing you.
- Press the dumbbells upward while rotating your palms to face forward at the top of the movement.
- Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position while rotating your palms back towards you.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Overextending the arms at the top of the press.
- Using too much momentum instead of controlled movements.
- Improper posture or not engaging the core.
Modifications
- Perform the press seated for added support.
- Use lighter weights or perform without weights if needed.
Tips
- Engage your core for stability during the press.
- Keep your elbows at shoulder height to avoid straining your shoulders.
- Use a controlled motion, avoid swinging the dumbbells.
Dumbbell Standing Alternate Arnold Press Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
dumbbell
press
upper body
functional