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Single-Arm Rotational Press

Improves chest development, shoulder stability, and rotational strength

ChestIntermediateStrengthPush

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: Outer Chest. Secondary: anterior deltoids, rotator cuff
Muscle groupChest
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeStrength · Push
Sets & reps4 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~90 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup — Hold the dumbbell with your palm facing forward and your arm at shoulder height.
  2. Step 2: Initiation — Press the dumbbell forward, rotating your arm and extending your shoulder.
  3. Step 3: Mid-phase — Continue pressing the dumbbell forward, keeping your core engaged and your shoulder stable.
  4. Step 4: End-position — Fully extend your arm, squeezing your chest muscles at the top of the movement.
  5. Step 5: Return — Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.
  6. Step 6: Breathing and rhythm reminder — Focus on your breathing and maintain a consistent rhythm.
  7. Step 7: Safety note — Avoid using excessive momentum or letting the shoulder rotate forward.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Improves chest development, shoulder stability, and rotational strength

Common mistakes

Letting the shoulder rotate forward or using excessive momentum

Make it harder

Increase the weight or use a slower tempo

Make it easier

Decrease the weight or use a faster tempo

Breathing

Exhale during the pressing phase, inhale during the return

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