Dumbbell Scaption

beginnerdumbbell·isolation·push

Muscles Worked

Primary

coracobrachialis deltoid infraspinatus muscle serratus anterior subscapularis supraspinatus teres major teres minor

Secondary

Ascending part of left trapezius Ascending part of right trapezius Descending part of left trapezius Descending part of right trapezius levator scapulae trapezius

How to Perform

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.