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Dumbbell Shoulder Press

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Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Dumbbell Shoulder Press is one of the best exercises for strengthening your shoulders and upper back. The biggest benefactor of the dumbbell shoulder press is the front portion of your shoulder muscle (anterior deltoid); however, deltoids, triceps, trapezius, and pecs will also be working.

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Target Muscles

Instructions

  1. Grab a set of dumbbells and hold them at shoulder height with both arms bent and palms facing each other.
  2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Holding the dumbbells as tightly as possible, squeeze them over your head until your elbows are completely locked. Pause, then slowly lower the weight back to the starting position.

Tips

  • To avoid overstretching your lower back, keep your chin parallel to the ground and bend your knees slightly.

Alternative Exercises

Barbell Shoulder Press

STRENGTH BARBELL

Barbell Shoulder Press exercise is a great exercise to strengthen shoulder muscles. This exercise is done with feet shoulder-width apart, which needs less core strength. When shoulder press is done correctly, it can also help strengthen the back and core.

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Owen
Owen Jones
Owen
Updated: 17 Sep 2024