Exercises

Dumbbell Shoulder Press

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Dumbbell Shoulder Press illustration

Setup

Sit on a bench with back support, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height. Your palms should be facing forward and your elbows bent.

How to perform

  1. Press the dumbbells directly overhead until your arms are fully extended.
  2. Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position at your shoulders.

Form cues

  • Keep your back pressed firmly against the pad.
  • Maintain a neutral wrist position.
  • Control the movement on the way down.

Common mistakes

  • Arching the lower back off the pad.
  • Using momentum to lift the weights.
  • Not using a full range of motion.

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