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Shoulders · Intermediate

Arnold Press

Rotating dumbbell shoulder press that combines front-delt control and overhead strength.

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Arnold Press demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

ShouldersTriceps

Equipment

Dumbbell

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min 30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Sit upright against a bench holding dumbbells in front of your shoulders with your palms facing you.
  2. 02Brace your trunk and begin rotating your forearms outward.
  3. 03Press the dumbbells overhead as your palms turn to face forward.
  4. 04Finish with your arms nearly straight, ribs controlled, and shoulders stable.
  5. 05Reverse the rotation while lowering the dumbbells slowly to the starting position.

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