This exercise involves holding dumbbells at shoulder height, rotating them as you press them overhead, and then lowering them back down to the starting position. It primarily targets the shoulders and upper arms.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Dumbbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets multiple muscle groups including the shoulders, chest, and triceps
- Improves shoulder mobility and stability
- Increases upper body strength and muscle definition
- Can be modified for different fitness levels by adjusting weight and reps
- Engages the core muscles for added stability and balance
How to perform
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height with your palms facing your body.
- Rotate your palms so they are facing forward.
- As you press the dumbbells overhead, rotate your palms so they are facing away from your body.
- Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height while rotating your palms back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Triceps
Primary
Upper Back
Primary
Shoulder
Primary