Dumbbell Standing Arnold Press
The Arnold press done standing: the bells turn from palms-in at the chin to palms-forward overhead while the legs and trunk hold the body still.
How to do it
Setup
Standing tall, feet hip-width, bells in front of the shoulders with the palms facing you, elbows forward.
Steps
- Press up, turning the palms out so they face forward at the top.
- Lock out over the shoulders without leaning back.
- Lower and turn the palms back toward you on the way down.
Common mistakes
Leaning back to finish the turn: standing, the lower back pays for it; ribs down, glutes tight. Turning the bells all at the bottom: spread the rotation over the whole press. Knees bouncing to help the bells up: legs still; this is a strict press.
Breathing
Exhale on the press, inhale lowering.
