The Arnold Press

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The Arnold Press Explanation

Aim

To develop the front head of the shoulders.

How To perform

Start position: Position dumbbells to ear level with an overhand grip (palms facing back).

press hands up and out laterally above head keeping wrists over the elbows and arms moving parallel to body at all times.

Rotate hand during movement so that your palms are back facing forward at the top of the movement.

Return to start position.

Remember to keep back and head straight in a neutral position - hyperextension or excessive flexion may cause injury.

Repeat with other arm.

This is the very best shoulder exercise i know, and i always include it in my deltoid routine. By using dumbbells in this way you get an excellent range of motion and great stretch for full development.

This weight training exercise is half lateral raise and half dumbbell press and works both anterior and medial heads of the shoulders.