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Dumbbell Scaption

Dumbbell Scaption is a beginner isolation dumbbell exercise that mainly works your shoulders, with help from your traps.

💪 Shoulders🏋️ Dumbbell📈 Beginner🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
Dumbbell Scaption: starting position
Starting position
Dumbbell Scaption: end position
End position

How to do the dumbbell scaption

  1. 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.
  3. Continue until your arms are parallel to the ground, and then return to the starting position.

Muscles worked

Primary: ShouldersSecondary: Traps

Sets and reps

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

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FAQ

What muscles does the dumbbell scaption work?

It mainly works your shoulders; your traps assist.

How many sets and reps of dumbbell scaption should I do?

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

Is the dumbbell scaption good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.

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