How to perform Dumbbell Shoulder Press with proper form
Setup
- Starting Position: Stand or sit on a bench with back support. Hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height, palms facing forward.
Execution
- Grip: Keep your wrists straight and elbows slightly in front of your body.
- Press: Push the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended, but do not lock your elbows. Maintain a straight line from your wrists to your shoulders.
- Control: Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position at shoulder height in a controlled manner.
Form Tips
- Core Engagement: Keep your core tight to maintain stability.
- Avoid Arching: Do not arch your back; keep your torso upright.
- Breathing: Exhale while lifting the weights and inhale while lowering them.
Common Mistakes
- Flared Elbows: Keep elbows close to your body.
- Using Momentum: Avoid bouncing weights; focus on controlled movement.
By following these steps, you'll ensure proper form and maximize the effectiveness of the Dumbbell Shoulder Press.
Exercises
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Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Back, Chest
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Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Chest
Bench Press Close Grip, Smith Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Chest
Bench Press Close Grip, EZ Bar
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Chest
Cable Kickback, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
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Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Chest
Muscle Up, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Pull
Target: Biceps, Forearms, Shoulders, Back, Chest, Triceps
Skullcrusher, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Skullcrusher, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Skullcrusher, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Skullcrusher, EZ Bar
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Triceps Dip, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Back, Chest, Shoulders
Triceps Dip, Leverage Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Back, Chest, Shoulders
Triceps Extension, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Triceps Extension, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Triceps Extension, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Triceps Extension, Band
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Triceps Pushdown, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Arnold Press, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps
Arnold Press, Kettlebell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps