Exercise library / Arnold Press
Compound · Vertical push
Arnold Press
Arnold Press is a multi-joint overhead press centered on the shoulders. Brace your ribs down so your lower back doesn't arch, and press to a full overhead lockout in a straight line. Your triceps assist throughout the movement.
Primary muscles
Shoulders
Secondary muscles
Triceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement pattern
Vertical push
Type
Compound (multi-joint)
Substitutions
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Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Same vertical push pattern · also trains the shoulders.
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Machine Shoulder Press
Same vertical push pattern · also trains the shoulders.
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