W-Press

Step-by-step technique for W-Press, an exercise for rear delts using dumbbells. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

Technique video

How to do it

  1. Hinge at the hips or lie face-down with dumbbells.
  2. Pull your elbows back and down so your arms form a W.
  3. Squeeze your shoulder blades.
  4. Extend back under control.
Coach tip: Targets rear delts and lower traps. Use light weight.

Muscles worked

Primary: Rear Delts
Secondary: Traps, Upper Back

W-Press is a strength exercise that loads the rear delts using dumbbells. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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