Shoulders exercises
Explore 68 Athletic Station exercises related to shoulders, with execution guidance based on each exercise description.
Dumbbell Overhead Squat
Dumbbell squat that works the core, quadriceps, glutes, and shoulders while requiring stability during the descent and ascent.
Incline Push-Up
Push-up variation that works the core, chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the torso stable during the descent and ascent.
Medicine Ball Slam
Explosive full-body movement using a ball, combining abdominal, shoulder, and leg work with rapid force production.
Bench-Assisted Pull-Up
Bodyweight pulling movement toward the bar that works the core, biceps, shoulders, and back while controlling the torso and shoulder blades.
Wide-Grip Pull-Up
Bodyweight pulling movement toward the bar that works the core, biceps, shoulders, and back while controlling the torso and shoulder blades.
Dumbbell Clean
Explosive dumbbell movement that combines leg and hip extension with bringing the load up to the shoulders.
Incline Resistance Band Fly
Arm opening and closing movement that works the chest and shoulders through a controlled range of motion.
Prone Reverse Fly on Flat Bench
Arm-opening movement that works the shoulders and back, with attention to control of the shoulder blades and shoulders.
Dumbbell Floor Fly
Arm opening and closing movement that works the chest and shoulders through a controlled range of motion.
Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Overhead press that works the core, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the torso stable as the load is raised.
Dumbbell Arnold Press
Overhead press that works the triceps and shoulders while keeping the torso stable as the load is raised.
Incline Dumbbell T Raise
T-shaped arm raise that works the shoulders and back while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Dumbbell Y Raise
Y-shaped arm raise that works the shoulders and back while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise
Front arm raise that works the core and shoulders while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Seated Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise
Seated front arm raise that works the core and shoulders while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Standing Dumbbell Front Raise
Standing front arm raise that works the core and shoulders while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Seated Front Raise with Wrist Rotation
Seated front arm raise that works the core, shoulders, and forearms while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Single-Arm Dumbbell Front Raise - Right
Right-side front arm raise that works the core and shoulder while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Single-Arm Dumbbell Front Raise - Left
Left-side front arm raise that works the core and shoulder while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Standing Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Standing lateral arm raise that works the core and shoulders while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Seated Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Seated lateral arm raise that works the shoulders while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Seated Bent-Over Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Lateral arm raise that works the shoulders and back while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Incline Rear Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Lateral arm raise that works the shoulders and back while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Knee-Supported Diamond Push-Up
Push-up variation that works the core, chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the torso stable during the descent and ascent.
Dumbbell Tate Press
Dumbbell elbow extension that emphasizes the chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the shoulders and wrists stable throughout the movement.
Bench Dip
Pressing movement that emphasizes the chest, triceps, and shoulders while controlling elbow flexion and extension.
Plank Row
Plank combined with an arm pull that works the core, glutes, shoulders, and back while resisting rotation of the torso.
Isometric Plank
Isometric body hold that works the core, glutes, and shoulders while maintaining alignment and stability without movement.
Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Overhead press that works the triceps and shoulders while keeping the torso stable as the load is raised.
Bent-Over Rear-Delt Dumbbell Row
Horizontal pulling movement that works the core, shoulders, back, and trapezius while driving the elbows backward with control of the torso and shoulder blades.
Ski Simulation
Dynamic exercise that works the abs, shoulders, back, and legs while combining coordination, force production, and controlled movement.
Close-Grip Bench Press
Pressing exercise that works the chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the load stable between the lowering phase and arm extension.
Incline Dumbbell Bench Press
Pressing exercise that works the chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the load stable between the lowering phase and arm extension.
Neutral-Grip Dumbbell Floor Press
Pressing exercise that works the core, chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the load stable between the lowering phase and arm extension.
Flat Dumbbell Bench Press
Pressing exercise that works the chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the load stable between the lowering phase and arm extension.
Alternating Superman
Alternating prone arm and leg raise that works the glutes, shoulders, and lower back while improving posterior-chain stability.
Alternating Leg Touch with Arm Raised
Alternating reaching movement that combines mobility with work for the core, shoulders, and legs while maintaining torso control.
Smith Machine Flat Bench Press
Pressing exercise that works the chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the load stable between the lowering phase and arm extension.
Close-Grip Barbell Bench Press
Pressing exercise that works the chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the load stable between the lowering phase and arm extension.
Smith Machine Decline Bench Press
Pressing exercise that works the chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the load stable between the lowering phase and arm extension.
Prayer-Hand Jump
Dynamic jumping exercise that works the core, shoulders, and legs while improving cardiovascular conditioning through coordination, propulsion, and controlled landing.
Jump with Arm Raise
Dynamic jumping exercise that works the core, shoulders, and legs while improving cardiovascular conditioning through coordination, propulsion, and controlled landing.
Seated Machine Row
Horizontal pulling movement that works the biceps, shoulders, and back while driving the elbows backward with control of the torso and shoulder blades.
Close-Grip Seated Cable Row
Horizontal pulling movement that works the biceps, shoulders, and back while driving the elbows backward with control of the torso and shoulder blades.
Barbell Upright Row
Pulling movement that works the shoulders, trapezius, and forearms while raising the elbows with control of the torso and shoulder blades.
Single-Arm Cable Pulldown - Left Hand
Vertical pulling movement that works the biceps, shoulders, and back while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
Single-Arm Cable Pulldown - Right Hand
Vertical pulling movement that works the core, biceps, shoulders, and back while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
Behind-the-Neck Lat Pulldown
Vertical pulling movement that works the biceps, shoulders, and back while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
Dual-Handle Parallel-Grip Lat Pulldown
Vertical pulling movement that works the biceps, shoulders, and back while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
Articulated Cable Pulldown
Vertical pulling movement that works the biceps, shoulders, and back while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
Reverse-Grip Articulated Pulldown
Vertical pulling movement that works the biceps and back while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
3D Articulated Pulldown
Vertical pulling movement that works the core, biceps, and back while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
Close-Grip High Cable Pulldown
Vertical pulling movement that works the biceps, back, and forearms while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
Plank with Leg Raise
Plank variation with leg movement that works the core, glutes, and shoulders while keeping the hips and torso stable.
Plank with Leg Abduction
Plank variation with leg movement that works the core, glutes, and shoulders while keeping the hips and torso stable.
Traditional Jumping Jack
Aerobic arm-and-leg movement that develops the core, shoulders, legs, cardiovascular conditioning, and coordination.
Reverse Jumping Jack
Aerobic arm-and-leg movement that develops the core, shoulders, legs, cardiovascular conditioning, and coordination.
Lateral Jack Step with Forward Punch
Aerobic arm-and-leg movement that develops the core, shoulders, legs, cardiovascular conditioning, and coordination.
Floor Dip
Pressing movement that emphasizes the chest, triceps, and shoulders while controlling elbow flexion and extension.
Assisted Triceps Dip
Pressing movement that emphasizes the chest, triceps, and shoulders while controlling elbow flexion and extension.
Cable Woodchopper
Diagonal trunk rotation against cable resistance to work the abs and shoulders while controlling the hips.
Mountain Climber
Dynamic plank with alternating knees toward the torso to work the core, shoulders, legs, and cardiovascular conditioning at a continuous pace.
Close-Grip Barbell Shrug
Controlled shoulder elevation with a barbell to focus the work on the shoulders, trapezius, and forearms while maintaining stable posture.
Wide-Grip Barbell Shrug
Controlled shoulder elevation with a barbell to focus the work on the shoulders, trapezius, and forearms while maintaining stable posture.
Seated Machine Shoulder Press
Overhead press to work the triceps and shoulders while keeping the torso stable during the lift.
Machine Chest Fly
Opening and closing movement of the arms to work the chest and shoulders through a controlled range of motion.
Reverse Fly
Opening and closing movement of the arms to work the shoulders and upper back through a controlled range of motion.
Arm Circles
Continuous circular arm movement to mobilize and work the core and shoulders while maintaining stable posture.