Dumbbell Arm Forward Extended Twist
The Dumbbell Arm Forward Extended Twist mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps. You'll need: dumbbells.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Arm Forward Extended Twist Muscles Worked
Primary
Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid)
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
How to do the Dumbbell Arm Forward Extended Twist
Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand at your side.
Raise the dumbbell straight out to the side with a slight bend in your elbow until your arm is parallel to the floor.
At the top of the movement, gently rotate your wrist to tilt the dumbbell slightly up and down.
Slowly reverse the rotation and lower the dumbbell back to your starting position in a controlled manner.
Dumbbell Arm Forward Extended Twist FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Arm Forward Extended Twist work?
The Dumbbell Arm Forward Extended Twist mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps. The main muscles are the lateral deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Arm Forward Extended Twist?
Dumbbells.
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