Strong Shoulders

Strong Shoulders

A selection of presses and raises with coaching cues designed to protect the shoulder joint.

Targets

Main muscles trained in this workout.

Equipment

Dumbbells

Location

HomeGym

Workout details

Perform every block with control.

All estimates are general. Adjust load, range of motion, and pace to your experience. Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, or unusual symptoms.

#BlockExerciseSetsReps / timeRestTempoRPE
01 Main Block Dumbbell Shoulder PressShoulders

Brace before every repetition.

4 6-10 90 sec 2-1-1 7–8
02 Volume Lateral RaiseShoulders

Use a light load and strict control.

4 12-20 45 sec 2-1-2 7–8
03 Scapular Balance Single-Arm Dumbbell RowBack

Stabilize the shoulder blade.

3 10-12 60 sec 2-1-2 7–8
04 Core Forearm PlankCore

Keep your rib cage controlled.

3 35 sec 30 sec Free 7–8

Progression

Progress without skipping the fundamentals.

01

Start at the lower end of the rep range with clean technique.

02

Add reps before increasing the load.

03

Increase the load only when every set remains controlled.

04

Reduce volume or intensity if sleep, pain, or performance gets worse.

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