Dumbbell Standing Overhead Press
- Category
- Shoulders
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Primary muscles
- Anterior Deltoids
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps Brachii
How to do it
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height to your sides, with your palms facing forward and elbows bent.
- Press the dumbbells overhead by extending your arms fully without locking your elbows.
- Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height in a controlled motion.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Avoid locking your elbows at the top of the movement.
- Breathe out as you press the dumbbells up and inhale as you lower them.
- Ensure your wrists remain straight and aligned with your forearms.
