One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing

Learn how to do One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

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MET 3 Rotator Cuff Shoulders Dumbbells

One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing is a Dumbbells exercise that primarily targets the Rotator Cuff, with secondary activation of the Shoulders. It has a MET value of 3, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 105 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing

A standing single-arm dumbbell external rotation that targets the rotator cuff, especially the infraspinatus, to improve shoulder stability and strength.


💡 Instructions:


  • Stand tall holding a dumbbell in one hand, elbow bent at 90°, upper arm close to your side.

  • Keep your wrist straight and your forearm parallel to the floor.

  • Rotate your forearm outward, keeping your elbow glued to your side.

  • Move until you feel a stretch in your shoulder without twisting your torso.

  • Slowly return to the starting position and repeat before switching sides.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Letting the elbow drift away from the body.

  • Twisting the torso instead of isolating the shoulder.

  • Using momentum instead of controlled movement.

  • Overextending the rotation and straining the joint.

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Muscles Worked by One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing

Primary Rotator Cuff
Secondary
Shoulders

Equipment

  • Dumbbells

Calories Burned Doing One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing

Calorie Calculator

MET 3
Estimated burn
105 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing

Type
Dumbbells exercise
Primary muscle
Rotator Cuff
Secondary muscles
Shoulders
MET value
3
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 105 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing

What muscles does One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing work?

One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing primarily targets the Rotator Cuff, with secondary engagement of the Shoulders.

How do you do One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing correctly?

A standing single-arm dumbbell external rotation that targets the rotator cuff, especially the infraspinatus, to improve shoulder stability and strength....

Is One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing good for beginners?

One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing has a MET value of 3, indicating a low intensity exercise suitable for beginners.

What equipment do you need for One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing?

One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing requires: Dumbbells.

What are the benefits of One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing?

One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing strengthens the Rotator Cuff, engages the Shoulders.

What exercises are similar to One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing?

Similar exercises to One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing include Awọn Iyika Ọwọ – Lati Kekere si Nla, Gbigbe Ẹgbẹ pẹlu Barbell, Barbell Overhead Press, Barbell Upright Row.

Is One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing better than Awọn Iyika Ọwọ – Lati Kekere si Nla?

Both One Arm Dumbbell External Rotation – Standing and Awọn Iyika Ọwọ – Lati Kekere si Nla target the Rotator Cuff. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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