Scott press with dumbbells

Exercise overview

Primary muscle group: Shoulders

Exercise type: Dumbbell

Exercise goal: Strength

Key metric: Weight

Average per rep (kg)*: 22

Average per rep (lbs)*: 49

Weight counts twice!

Description: Starting Position: Stand upright with a dumbbell in each hand, arms relaxed at your sides. Lift Dumbbells: Raise the dumbbells to the height of your chin. Your elbows should point diagonally outwards, with your pinkie fingers raised higher than your thumbs. Swing Elbows: Exhale and swing your elbows backward and slightly upward while moving your head and torso forward. At the peak, the pinkie sides of your fists should face almost directly upward. Return to Start: Inhale and reverse the movement to bring the dumbbells and your body back to the starting position. Repetition: Repeat this motion for the prescribed number of repetitions. Ensure that each movement is controlled and precise.

Exercise ID: 00299

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Exercise tips and tricks

Maintain Good Posture: Keep your back straight and your core engaged throughout the exercise to ensure maximum efficiency and minimize the risk of injury.
Control Your Movements: Gradually lift and lower the dumbbells to maintain tension in your muscles. Avoid jerky movements which can lead to potential injuries.
Breathe Properly: Inhale as you lower the dumbbells and exhale as you press them back up. Proper breathing helps to stabilize your core and deliver oxygen to your muscles.
Choose the Right Weight: Start with a weight that is manageable to ensure you can maintain proper form throughout the exercise. Gradually increase the weight as you become more comfortable with the movement.
Keep Elbows Slightly Bent: To prevent strain on your joints, keep your elbows slightly bent when lifting and lowering the dumbbells.
Use a Mirror: If possible, perform the exercise in front of a mirror to monitor your form and ensure you are performing the motion correctly.
Focus on Muscle Engagement: Concentrate on using your deltoids to lift and lower the dumbbells. Envision the muscle working, which can help with mind-muscle connection and overall effectiveness of the exercise.
Pace Yourself: Perform the exercise slowly and deliberately to maximize muscle engagement and ensure you are working the target muscles effectively.
Warm Up First: Engage in a dynamic warm-up focusing on the shoulders and arms to prevent injury and improve performance.
Stay Consistent: Like all exercises, consistency is key. Regularly incorporating the Scott press into your workout routine will yield the best results.
Hydrate: Keep hydrated during your workout to maintain performance and support recovery.

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