Single-arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Primary muscles
Shoulders
Secondary muscles
Triceps, Traps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement pattern
Vertical Push

Steps

  1. 1 Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a single dumbbell in one hand at shoulder height.
  2. 2 Keep your palm facing inward and your elbow tucked slightly forward.
  3. 3 Press the dumbbell straight overhead until your arm is fully extended.
  4. 4 Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position at your shoulder.
  5. 5 Complete the desired repetitions on one side, then switch to the other arm.

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