Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press (V2)
Expert Advice
Keep your core engaged and press the weight directly overhead, aligning it with your shoulder at the top of the movement.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell at shoulder height with your palm facing forward.
- Press the dumbbell overhead until your arm is fully extended.
- Pause briefly at the top, then lower the weight back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
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Muscles Worked
Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press (V2) primarily targets the Shoulders, with Strength mechanics using Dumbbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders40%
Secondary
Chest20%
Abs20%
Triceps20%
Equipment
Dumbbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press (V2) work?
Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press (V2) primarily targets the Shoulders. Secondary muscles involved include Chest, Abs, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Dumbbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press (V2)?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press (V2) suitable for beginners?
Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press (V2) is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
