3 Moves to Sexy, Sculpted Shoulders

Get your shoulders tank-top toned with these exercises from Derek Noble, coauthor of The Body Noble.

Beginner Exercises

1. Resistance-Band Front Extensions

  • Stand on the center of a long resistance band with feet shoulder-width apart.
  • Hold an end of band in each hand at waist level.
  • Raise extended arms in front of your body to about chest level, palms facing down.
  • Slowly lower and repeat 8 to 10 times.

2. Single-Arm Lateral Raise

  • Standing with feet shoulder-width apart, hold a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell in each hand, arms slightly bent.
  • Slowly raise right arm to shoulder height, without locking elbow.
  • Lower; repeat with left arm.
  • Keep alternating; do 8 to 10 times per side.

3. Upright Row

  • Standing with feet shoulder-width apart, hold a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell in each hand in front of your hips, palms facing your body.
  • Lift elbows to shoulder height, bringing weights in front of your chest.
  • Hold for 3 counts and release.
  • Lower and repeat 8 to 10 times.

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