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Seated Single Dumbbell Front Press

Seated single arm front press

ShouldersIntermediateStrengthPress

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: Front delts
Muscle groupShoulders
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeStrength · Press
Sets & reps5 sets × 10-12 each arm
Estimated calories burned~45 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Sit tall holding dumbbell
  2. Step 2: Press overhead with one arm
  3. Step 3: Keep core engaged
  4. Step 4: Lower with control
  5. Step 5: Switch arms

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Seated single arm front press

Common mistakes

Arching back

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Slower tempo

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Breathing

Exhale pressing

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