Exercises

Dumbbell Standing Shoulder Presses

Also known as Dumbbell Standing Overhead Presses

What It Is

Pressing weight straight overhead while standing builds strong shoulders for lifting things onto high shelves and steadies your whole body.

How to Do It

Stand with feet hip-width apart and a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height, palms forward. Press them straight up until your arms are straight. Lower them back to your shoulders slowly.

Tips

Squeeze your glutes so your lower back doesn't arch. Finish with your biceps beside your ears.

Skill Level

Beginner. One new pattern or machine to learn, with light loads and low risk.

Type

Strength. Builds muscle and strength with controlled, resisted movement.

Engagement

Bilateral. Each rep works both sides of the body at once.

Primary Muscles

Front Shoulders

Equipment

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