Dumbbell Punch

DUMBBELL PUNCH

This is a strengthening exercise for the shoulder and elbow flexors. This exercise may be completed while sitting or standing. Start by holding a dumbbell and bending the elbow to 90 degrees. Raise the elbow to shoulder height while simultaneously straightening out the elbow. The raised position will have the fist directly in front of the shoulder. Briefly hold this position for 1-2 seconds and then lower the weight back down to starting position.

Muscles Involved:

  • Biceps Brachii

    • Long Head Biceps

  • Anterior Deltoids

  • Coracobrachialis

  • Brachialis

Related Conditions:

  • Biceps Tendinitis

  • SLAP Lesion

  • Brachialis Strain

  • Biceps Strain

  • Long Head Biceps Tendon Instability

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