Shoulders exercise · dumbbell
Dumbbell Seated Alternate Shoulder
The dumbbell seated alternate shoulder is a dumbbell exercise that targets the shoulders (deltoids), with the triceps and upper back assisting.
How to do the dumbbell seated alternate shoulder
- Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing inwards, and raise them to shoulder height.
- Press one dumbbell up overhead while keeping the other dumbbell at shoulder height.
- Lower the raised dumbbell back to shoulder height while simultaneously pressing the other dumbbell up overhead.
- Continue alternating between arms for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the shoulders (deltoids). The triceps and upper back work as secondary muscles. See all shoulder exercises or every dumbbell exercise.
