Half-kneeling Dumbbell Single-Arm Shoulder Press

Description

This dumbbell exercise is an upper body strength exercise that targets the shoulders and the triceps while challenging single-leg balance. This is a very functional exercise that helps improve core strength.

Benefits

  • This exercise targets the shoulders, core, and legs altogether.
  • With proper execution, this exercise is a perfect total body exercise.
  • This exercise also challenges and promotes good posture.

Risks

  • This exercise can injure the lower back, the arms and the shoulders if not correctly executed.
  • Proper execution and progression of resistance are advised to avoid injuries.
  • Beginners should always start with light resistance and practice good form first.

Additional Information

Target Muscles

Shoulders, Traps

Secondary Muscles

Chest, Triceps

Stabilizer Muscles

Abs, Glutes, Hamstrings, Obliques, Quads

Experience

Intermediate (2-3 years)

Equipment

1 x Dumbbell

Exercise Type

Strength

Exertion

60%

Cardio Intensity

30%

Force

Push

Mechanic

Compound

Force Detail

Unilateral

Functions

N/A

Intensity

N/A

Bearing

N/A

Impact

N/A

Utilities

N/A

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