ShouldersIntermediateCompound

Arnold Press

Seated dumbbell press with a rotation.

Arnold Press: correct exercise technique

Benefits

  • Long range for the front delts
  • Variety for shoulder days

How to do it

  1. Start palms facing you at chin height
  2. Rotate as you press up
  3. Reverse the path on the way down

Common mistakes

  • Rushing the rotation
  • Too heavy to control

Starting prescription

sets
3
reps
8–12
Rest
90 s
Reps in reserve
2
Load step
1 kg

Safety and limitations

  • Shoulder · Avoid
    Avoid with a moderate or worse shoulder limitation; use an easier alternative.

Health & safety

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