Dumbbell Scaption
The Dumbbell Scaption is an isolation strength exercise performed with dumbbells. It primarily targets the shoulders, with the traps working as a secondary muscle. Suitable for beginners.
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Level
beginnerMechanic
isolationEquipment
dumbbellCategory
strength
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- Continue until your arms are parallel to the ground, and then return to the starting position.