A beginner strength exercise done with a dumbbell that mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps. 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.
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Primary
Shoulders
Secondary
Traps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
beginner
Dumbbell Scaption demonstration
Dumbbell Scaption, starting positionDumbbell Scaption, finishing position
How to Perform
1This 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.
2Begin 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.
3Continue until your arms are parallel to the ground, and then return to the starting position.
Video Tutorial
Tips & Common Mistakes
•Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
•Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
•Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
•This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
