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Dumbbell single arm overhead carry

Intermediate

Dumbbell single arm overhead carry is a compound dumbbell exercise for the front delts, also working the traps and abs.

Trained one side at a time.

What it works

Primary muscle

Front delts

Also works

TrapsAbs

Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement
Carry
Type
Compound
Logged as
Weight × time
Suggested rest
2 min

How to do it

  1. 1Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand.
  2. 2Raise the dumbbell overhead, fully extending your arm.
  3. 3Engage your core and keep your back straight as you walk forward, maintaining the dumbbell overhead.
  4. 4Continue walking for the desired distance or time.
  5. 5Switch hands and repeat the exercise.

What to do instead

  • Kettlebell overhead carryKettlebell
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