Dumbbell seated alternate shoulder
The dumbbell seated alternate shoulder press is an exercise targeting the deltoid muscles. It involves pressing a dumbbell overhead one arm at a time while seated, which helps in isolating each shoulder and improving muscle symmetry.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged.
- Do not lock your elbows at the top of the movement.
- Control the weight during the entire range of motion.
- Breathe out as you press the dumbbell up and breathe in as you lower it down.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- rotator cuff injury
- severe arthritis in the shoulder
Also known as
Distensioni alternate con manubri da seduto, dumbbell seated alternate shoulder press, shoulder workout, deltoid exercise, upper body strength