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Dumbbell Seated External Rotation

Expert Advice

Keep your elbow pinned to your side to ensure the movement is isolated to the rotator cuff.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Sit on a bench with your feet planted firmly on the ground.
  2. Hold a dumbbell in one hand with your arm at a 90-degree angle, elbow pinned to your side.
  3. Rotate your forearm outwards, keeping your elbow stationary.
  4. Slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Complete all reps on one side before switching to the other arm.

Details

Primary
Shoulders
Shoulders100%
Secondary
100%Shoulders
Equipment
Dumbbell
Dumbbell
Exercise Type
Strength