Weight Training

Arnold Press exercise

A variation of the traditional shoulder press, the Arnold Press targets all three heads of the deltoid while also engaging the chest and triceps. It’s named after Arnold Schwarzenegger, who popularized the movement.

Arnold Press exercise demonstration

How to perform Arnold Press

  1. Sit on a bench with back support, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height, palms facing your body.
  2. Begin the movement by rotating your wrists outward as you press the dumbbells overhead.
  3. At the top, your palms should face forward and arms fully extended.
  4. Slowly reverse the movement, rotating your palms back toward your body as you lower the dumbbells.
  5. Return to the starting position and repeat.

Use controlled movement and an appropriate variation for your current ability. Stop if an exercise causes sharp pain, and seek qualified guidance when needed.

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