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Dumbbell Push Jerk

Dip and drive the dumbbells overhead, re-bending the knees to catch them locked out before standing.

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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.

Muscles worked
Front delts, Triceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement
Olympic lifting

Sets and reps

  • 3 to 6 sets of 1 to 3 reps at a weight you can move fast, resting 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Speed and position come before load: end the set when the bar slows down or the catch gets sloppy.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Variations

The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the front delts, for when the dumbbell is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Dumbbell Push Jerk work?
The Dumbbell Push Jerk mainly works the front delts and triceps.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Push Jerk?
A dumbbell.
How many sets and reps of the Dumbbell Push Jerk?
3 to 6 sets of 1 to 3 reps at a weight you can move fast, resting 2 to 3 minutes. Speed and position come before load: end the set when the bar slows down or the catch gets sloppy.
What can I do instead of the Dumbbell Push Jerk?
Arm Circles, Band Front Raise, Band Overhead Press and Band Shoulder Dislocates work the same main muscle.

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Coaches add the Dumbbell Push Jerk to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.

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