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Dumbbell Push Press

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Dumbbell Push Press

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Dumbbell Overhead Bulgarian Split Squat is one of the single best exercises you can do for developing your lower body.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a pair of dumbbells in front of your chest with your elbows pointing down and your palms facing away from your body. Raise your knees forward to squat a little. Keep your heels straight, chest up and shoulders back.
  • Step 2

    Stand up abruptly to push the dumbbells over your head, locking your arms and tightening your core. Then slowly lower the weight to the starting position.

Muscle Groups

Dumbbell Push Press targets Abs, Delts, Glutes, Legs as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Be sure to use quarter squat momentum to help drive the dumbbells up.
  • Does not hyperextend the lower back in the locked position.