Single Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Alternative Names
DB One Arm Standing Shoulder Press, Dumbbell One-Arm Shoulder Press, Single Arm DB Shoulder Press, Single Arm Overhead Press, Single-Arm Standing DB Shoulder Press, Single-Arm Standing Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Muscles Worked
Legend
Description
This exercise targets mainly the shoulders and triceps muscles of the arms. This exercise will help improve the strength and size of the shoulders and arms.
Benefits
- This exercise targets mainly the deltoid and the triceps muscles.
- This unilateral exercise also challenges the core muscles.
- This unilateral setup help addresses any imbalances between both sides.
Risks
- This exercise can injure the lower back if not correctly executed.
- This exercise can also hurt your wrist, elbows and shoulders with poor form.
- Proper execution and progression of resistance are a must to avoid injuries.
- Beginners should always start with light resistance and practice good form first.
Additional Information
Target Muscles
Shoulders
Secondary Muscles
Abs, Chest, Obliques, Triceps
Stabilizer Muscles
N/A
Experience
Beginner (1-2 years)
Equipment
1 x Dumbbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Exertion
Cardio Intensity
Force
Push
Mechanic
Compound
Force Detail
Bilateral
Functions
N/A
Intensity
N/A
Bearing
N/A
Impact
N/A
Utilities
N/A
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