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Dumbbell cuban press

The dumbbell Cuban press is a shoulder exercise that targets the deltoids while also engaging the trapezius, rhomboids, and rotator cuff muscles. It involves a combination of an upright row, external rotation, and overhead press.

How to perform: Dumbbell cuban press

At a glance

Area
Shoulders
Main muscle
Delts
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
  • Avoid using momentum to lift the weights.
  • Perform the exercise in a slow and controlled manner.

What to watch out for

  • shoulder impingement
  • rotator cuff injury
  • severe shoulder arthritis

Also known as

Pressa cubana con manubri, shoulder exercise, deltoid workout, upper body strength

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