Exercise library · Shoulders
Dumbbell Around the World
The Dumbbell Around the World is a dumbbell exercise that targets the shoulders, with the traps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
Step by step
- Lie flat on a bench holding a dumbbell in each hand above your chest with arms slightly bent.
- Engage your core and keep your back flat on the bench.
- Move the dumbbells in a circular motion around your head and back to the starting position.
- Maintain smooth, controlled movements throughout the circle.
- Keep elbows slightly bent and avoid arching your back.
- Breathe steadily and engage your shoulders during the motion.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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