Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press
Expert Advice
Control the weights throughout the entire range of motion and avoid locking your elbows at the top of the press.
How-to-do Steps
- Sit on a bench with back support, holding dumbbells at shoulder height with palms facing towards you.
- As you press the dumbbells overhead, rotate your wrists so that your palms face forward at the top of the movement.
- Reverse the motion, rotating your wrists back to the starting position as you lower the dumbbells.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press primarily targets the Shoulders, with Strength mechanics using Dumbbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary

Shoulders100%
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 Seated Reverse Arnold Press work?
Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press primarily targets the Shoulders. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Dumbbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press?
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 Seated Reverse Arnold Press suitable for beginners?
Dumbbell Seated Reverse Arnold Press 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.