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Dumbbell rotation press

A isolation exercise for the rear delts and side delts, with help from the traps. Equipment: dumbbells.

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WorksRear deltsSide deltsTraps

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Light dumbbells, pull the elbows up to shoulder height.
  2. Rotate the forearms up until vertical
  3. Press overhead, then reverse each step

Muscles worked

Dumbbell rotation press: 3D figure mid-rep with the rear delts and side delts highlighted

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