Archive for the Shoulder Exercise Category

Barbell upright rows works the whole shoulder, bicep, forearms, and the back area. Widening of grip could make the workout focus on specific parts of the shoulder more.

Shrugs help develop the upper shoulders, a stronger neckline. It can be done using any weight resistance, such as barbell or dumbell, and make sure that the back is straight at all times during the exercise.

Reverse dumbell fly is great to work the whole shoulder (including the rear shoulder muscles) and the back muscles. Make sure to squeeze on the top of the movement and prioritize form vs. Weight.

Shoulder / overhead / military / barbell push press is great to really work those shoulder muscles with a little on the back and tricep muscles. It is the more advanced workout for the machine shoulder press. Standing up works more muscles, as opposed to sitting on the bench. Make sure to maintain a straight [...]

Shoulder Press (machine) is great for beginners to build up shoulder strength and maintain a more correct form. It’s great to build your form and weight before moving towards barbell or dumbell shoulder press.

Lateral Raise, using dumbell, works the middle part of the shoulders, it’s great to build up shoulder mass and really strengthen the shoulder muscles. Make sure to straighten the back and be conscious about the right form.

It’s a great combination workout that works your shoulders and triceps, it uses your body weight to resist the movement. The beauty of this exercise is that you could do it anywhere and its great for starters to build up their arm’s strength.