Dumbbell Seated Arnold Press

A demonstration of the dumbbell seated Arnold press, an iconic exercise for targeting all three heads of the deltoids and building shoulder strength.

Dumbbell Seated Arnold Press

Targeted Muscle Groups

Primary Muscles:

Secondary Muscles:

Equipment Needed
How to Perform the Dumbbell Seated Arnold Press: Step-by-Step Guide

1. Setup:

Dumbbell Seated Arnold Press
Illustration credit © Aliaksandr Makatserchyk

2. Starting Position:

3. Rotation and Pressing Movement:

4. Lockout:

5. Lowering and Rotating Back:

6. Repetition:

Recommended Reps and Sets

Take a 2-3 minute break between sets when aiming to build strength, or reduce it to 1-2 minutes if your goal is muscle growth (hypertrophy) or improving endurance.

Pro Tips for Success

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Dumbbell Seated Arnold Press Video

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