Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Dumbbell Shoulder Press

The dumbbell seated shoulder press is a strength exercise targeting the deltoid muscles of the shoulders. It is performed while seated, pressing dumbbells overhead to build shoulder and upper arm strength.

The dumbbell seated shoulder press is a strength exercise targeting the deltoid muscles of the shoulders. It is performed while seated, pressing dumbbells overhead to build shoulder and upper arm strength.

The dumbbell seated shoulder press is a strength exercise targeting the deltoid muscles of the shoulders. It is performed while seated, pressing dumbbells overhead to build shoulder and upper arm strength.

How to Do the Dumbbell Shoulder Press

How to Do the Dumbbell Shoulder Press

How to Do the Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Sit on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs. Raise the dumbbells to shoulder height, palms facing forward. Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended overhead. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Delts

Delts

Secondary Muscles

triceps, upper back

Equipment

Dumbbell

Body Part

Shoulders

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