Beginner
Overhead Dumbbell Press
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Overhead Dumbbell Presswork the delts in your shoulders, increasing your shoulder mobility and size. Overhead Dumbbell press can improve your core strength and stability.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent. Hold a pair of dumbbells outside of your shoulders with your arms and palms bent towards each other. -
Step 2
Press down on both dumbbells until the kettlebells are over your head and your arms are straight. Pause and lower the dumbbells back to the starting position under control.
Muscle Groups
Overhead Dumbbell Press targets Abs, Delts, Shoulders as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Keep your shoulder blades bent down and back for more shoulder stability as you push the weight over your head.
- Don't arch your lower back too much as you press the dumbbells over your head.
- Don't let your elbows flare out to the sides.
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