ShouldersBeginner

Dumbbell Scaption

Strength movement using Dumbbell.

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Muscle guide

See the primary and supporting muscles.

The stronger highlight marks the main muscle associated with this movement. The lighter highlight marks supporting muscles.

Primary ShouldersSupporting Traps

Movement instructions

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This corrective exercise strengthens the muscles that stabilize your shoulder blade. Hold a light weight in each hand, hanging at your sides. Your thumbs should pointing up.
2
Begin the movement raising your arms out in front of you, about 30 degrees off center. Your arms should be fully extended as you perform the movement.
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Continue until your arms are parallel to the ground, and then return to the starting position.

Technique guidance

Exhale as the target muscle shortens against resistance and inhale during the controlled return. Keep breathing steadily throughout the set.

Use a stable setup and a load or resistance you can control through a comfortable range.
Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, or feel unwell.
Keep the area clear and use a load you can lift into position and lower without dropping.

General guidance matched from movement type and equipment; it is not individualized coaching or medical advice.

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