Dumbbell & Home Gym · Dumbbells · Intermediate

Dumbbell Shoulder Boulder & Arm Hypertrophy

Train shoulders and arms with standing overhead presses, lateral raises, curls and bodyweight push-ups. This session does not require a bench.

Duration 35 Min
Equipment Dumbbells
Targets Delts, Biceps, Triceps
Level Intermediate
Part of Multi-Day Plan

5-Day Dumbbell Muscle Building Split

8-week structured training cycle with progressive overload and scheduled rest days.

Weekly Schedule:
Wed Shoulders & Arms Workout
Thu Active Recovery / Core Rest Day
Sun Full Rest Rest Day
00:00 timer
Active Movement
1 of 4: dumbbell standing overhead press
Set 1 of 3

Workout Routine Schedule (4 Movements)

Complete each movement in order. Tap the checkmark after each set to track your progress, or tap Swap to change equipment.

#1
dumbbell standing overhead press form demonstration
Dumbbell Standing Overhead Press
delts · dumbbell · 3 Sets × 8–12 reps · 75s rest
Form Tip: Press from a stable stance without leaning backward.
Set 1 8–12 reps
Set 2 8–12 reps
Set 3 8–12 reps
#2
dumbbell lateral raise form demonstration
Dumbbell Lateral Raise
delts · dumbbell · 3 Sets × 10–15 reps · 75s rest
Form Tip: Raise the arms under control with a light load.
Set 1 10–15 reps
Set 2 10–15 reps
Set 3 10–15 reps
#3
dumbbell biceps curl form demonstration
Dumbbell Biceps Curl
biceps · dumbbell · 3 Sets × 10–15 reps · 75s rest
Form Tip: Keep the upper arms steady as you bend and straighten the elbows.
Set 1 10–15 reps
Set 2 10–15 reps
Set 3 10–15 reps
#4
close-grip push-up form demonstration
Close-Grip Push-Up
triceps · body weight · 3 Sets × 6–12 reps · 75s rest
Form Tip: Use a comfortable hand spacing and keep the torso controlled. Choose an easier push-up if needed.
Set 1 6–12 reps
Set 2 6–12 reps
Set 3 6–12 reps

Coaching Tips & Progression Advice

  • Use lighter dumbbells for raises than for presses.
  • Keep the torso steady and avoid swinging the weights.
  • Choose a comfortable push-up variation and stop the set before losing control.
Example Training Routine

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