Shoulders
The main area this variation is designed to train.
Exercise guide
Standing Palm-In One-Arm Dumbbell Press
Learn how to do the Standing Palm-In One-Arm Dumbbell Press exercise, which muscles it works, the equipment you need, and common mistakes to avoid.
Dumbbell
Use this to decide whether the movement fits your current setup.
Beginner
A quick checkpoint for how simple or technical the movement usually feels.
Shoulders
Secondary support can come from Arms.
Strength
Movement pattern: press. This is a compound exercise.
Learning and repeating well
Use this page to understand the setup first, then track the movement consistently in Logbook once it fits your program.
Instructions
How to do Standing Palm-In One-Arm Dumbbell Press
Keep the setup simple, use a controlled pace, and repeat the same movement pattern each rep.
- Start by having a dumbbell in one hand with your arm fully extended to the side using a neutral grip. Use your other arm to hold on to an incline bench to keep your balance.
- Your feet should be shoulder width apart from each other. Now slowly lift the dumbbell up until you create a 90 degree angle with your arm. Note: Your forearm should be perpendicular to the floor. Continue to maintain a neutral grip throughout the entire exercise.
- Slowly lift the dumbbell up until your arm is fully extended. This the starting position.
- While inhaling lower the weight down until your arm is at a 90 degree angle again.
- Feel the contraction for a second and then lift the weight back up towards the starting position while exhaling. Remember to hold on to the incline bench and keep your feet positioned to keep balance during the exercise.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
- Switch arms and repeat the exercise.
Benefits
- Builds strength and control through the shoulders region.
- Trains multiple joints at once, which can make your sessions more efficient.
- Gives you a repeatable way to track progress inside Logbook over time.
Common mistakes
- Using more weight or speed than you can control cleanly.
- Letting momentum do the work instead of controlling the full rep.
- Changing your body position between reps instead of keeping the movement repeatable.
Related workouts
Workout templates that use this exercise.
If you want to see this movement inside a more complete training session, start here.
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A full-body dumbbell session that works well in a home gym or a crowded commercial gym.
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View exerciseFAQ
Common questions about Standing Palm-In One-Arm Dumbbell Press.
Use these answers as a practical starting point, then adjust based on your setup, comfort, and goals.
What muscles does Standing Palm-In One-Arm Dumbbell Press work?
Standing Palm-In One-Arm Dumbbell Press mainly works the shoulders. It can also involve arms depending on your setup and range of motion.
Is Standing Palm-In One-Arm Dumbbell Press beginner-friendly?
Yes. This exercise is listed as beginner-friendly, which usually means the setup and learning curve are more manageable.
What equipment do I need for Standing Palm-In One-Arm Dumbbell Press?
You will usually need Dumbbell for this variation.
How should I progress Standing Palm-In One-Arm Dumbbell Press?
Start by making the reps smoother and more repeatable. Once the whole set looks controlled, add a small amount of load or one extra rep at a time.
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