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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.

Target muscles
Shoulders
Also works
Traps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Body part
Shoulders

Step by step

  1. Lie flat on a bench holding a dumbbell in each hand above your chest with arms slightly bent.
  2. Engage your core and keep your back flat on the bench.
  3. Move the dumbbells in a circular motion around your head and back to the starting position.
  4. Maintain smooth, controlled movements throughout the circle.
  5. Keep elbows slightly bent and avoid arching your back.
  6. Breathe steadily and engage your shoulders during the motion.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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