Seated Arnold Presses
This shoulder exercise mainly works your front shoulders, with help from your chest, traps and middle shoulders. Watch the demo video, then follow the tips below.
Rep Range
Hypertrophy/Strength : 8-12||Endurance/Hypertrophy : 12-16
How to do Seated Arnold Presses
Sit on an armless chair, back straight. Hold dumbbells at shoulder level with palms facing you. As you press up, rotate the palms to face forward.
Common mistakes
Avoid leaning back. Ensure a controlled movement, not using momentum.
Breathing
Inhale while starting the press; exhale as you fully extend arms overhead.
Muscles worked
Primary Muscles
Front Shoulders
Secondary Muscles
Chest, Traps, Middle Shoulders, Serratus Anterior
Tertiary Muscles
Rear Shoulders, Latissimus Dorsi
