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Dumbbell rotation press
A isolation exercise for the rear delts and side delts, with help from the traps. Equipment: dumbbells.
Orbit
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WorksRear deltsSide deltsTraps
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How to do it
- Setup: Light dumbbells, pull the elbows up to shoulder height.
- Rotate the forearms up until vertical
- Press overhead, then reverse each step
Muscles worked

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