Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Dumbbell Overhead Press · Seated Dumbbell Press · DB Shoulder Press

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Pressing dumbbells overhead allows a freer, more natural arc and a greater range of motion than the barbell while demanding more stabilization from each shoulder independently. Press the dumbbells up and slightly in until they nearly touch, keeping the wrists stacked over the elbows throughout.

Mechanic

Compound

Load type

Weighted

Utility

Basic

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