Shoulders · Dumbbell · Intermediate

How to do Dumbbell Single Arm Overhead Carry

The dumbbell single arm overhead carry is a functional exercise that targets the deltoids while also engaging the traps and core. It challenges shoulder stability, core strength, and coordination as you walk while holding a dumbbell overhead.

Dumbbell Single Arm Overhead Carry demonstration
Primary muscle
Shoulders
Also works
Traps and Core
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate
Category
Shoulders

How to do Dumbbell Single Arm Overhead Carry, step by step

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

Muscles worked

Dumbbell Single Arm Overhead Carry works your shoulders as the main mover, with help from your traps and core.

Track Dumbbell Single Arm Overhead Carry in SPLYT

Dumbbell Single Arm Overhead Carry is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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