Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Dumbbell Shoulder Press focuses on Shoulders, with Chest, Triceps, Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Dumbbell Shoulder Press with proper form and technique.
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Grab a set of dumbbells and hold them at shoulder height with both arms bent and palms facing away from the body each other.
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Stand tall with your feet placed shoulder-width apart. Gripping the dumbbells as tight as possible, press them overhead until your elbows are completely locked out. Pause, and then slowly lower the weight back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Dumbbell Shoulder Press safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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To avoid hyperextending the lower back, keep your chin parallel to ground and with a slight bend in your knees.
Secondary Muscles
While Dumbbell Shoulder Press primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Chest, Triceps, Traps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Dumbbell Shoulder Press, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Dumbbell Shoulder Press, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
