Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Curl
The Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Curl mainly works the shoulders, with help from the triceps and traps. You'll need: dumbbells.
Required Equipment
Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Curl Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid)
Secondary
Triceps (triceps brachii); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
How to do the Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Curl
Stand tall with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level with your palms facing forward.
Engage your core and press one dumbbell straight up overhead until your arm is fully extended.
Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position at shoulder height.
Repeat the pressing movement with the opposite arm, alternating sides for the duration of the set.
Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Curl FAQs
What muscles does the Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Curl work?
The Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Curl mainly works the shoulders, with help from the triceps and traps. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid and lateral deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Curl?
Dumbbells.
What workout day should the Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Curl go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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