Seated Dumbbell Internal Rotation

Muscle Groups: Shoulders

Seated Dumbbell Internal Rotation focuses on Shoulders.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Seated Dumbbell Internal Rotation with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Sit upright on a bench or chair, holding a light dumbbell in one hand with a neutral grip.

  2. 2

    Place your elbow against your side, bending your arm to a 90-degree angle so your forearm is parallel to the floor and the dumbbell points straight ahead.

  3. 3

    Keeping your elbow fixed against your side, slowly rotate your forearm inwards, bringing the dumbbell across your body towards your navel.

  4. 4

    Continue rotating until you feel a gentle stretch in your shoulder, without letting your elbow lift away from your side.

  5. 5

    Slowly reverse the movement, rotating your forearm outwards to return the dumbbell to the starting position.

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