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Dumbbell Single-Arm Overhead Carry

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Equipment

Dumbbells
Dumbbells

The Dumbbell Single-Arm Overhead Carry is a stability and endurance exercise that targets the shoulder and core muscles, promoting balance and unilateral strength. This exercise is useful for improving stability and coordination.

How to do it

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Hold a dumbbell overhead with one arm fully extended.
  3. Engage your core and keep a straight posture.
  4. Walk forward slowly, maintaining balance and control.
  5. Switch arms and repeat on the other side.

Muscles worked

Primary Deltoid Anterior Trapezius Upper Fibers

Secondary Erector Spinae Gastrocnemius Gluteus Maximus Obliques Quadriceps

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