How To Do Dumbbell Single Leg Scaption

Posted on by Irene Pastore
Dumbbell Single Leg Scaption Improves Shoulder Mobility and Stabilization
  • Stand with feet hip width apart.
  • Hold dumbbells at your sides in neutral grip, palms facing hips.
  • Bend right knee and lift right foot off floor in line with opposite ankle, or higher.
  • Lift dumbbells up to a 45-degree angle to shoulder height. Thumbs point up.
  • Keep shoulder blades down. Avoid arching your back.
  • Lower the dumbbells to start position.
  • Repeat for desired repetitions.
  • Move slowly throughout.
MODIFICATIONS: 1) Stand on both feet. 2) Use lighter weights. 3) Practice without weights if balance is difficult. 3) Lifting the leg higher, makes stabilization more challenging.

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