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Dumbbells Shoulder Press

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Dumbbells Shoulder Press Overview

The dumbbell shoulder press is a workout that primarily targets the shoulders using dumbbells.

It involves sitting or standing with dumbbells in hand and pressing them overhead, engaging the deltoid muscles.

While it also works secondary muscles like the triceps and upper back, the focus remains on the shoulders.

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Dumbbells Shoulder Press Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level, palms facing forward.
  2. Engage your core and keep your back straight as you press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended.
  3. Exhale as you press the dumbbells up.
  4. Pause briefly at the top of the movement, squeezing your shoulder muscles.
  5. Inhale as you slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
  6. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Dumbbells Shoulder Press Tips

  1. Start with a light weight dumbbell and gradually increase as you gain strength.
  2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the dumbbells at shoulder level.
  3. Keep your core engaged and maintain a slight bend in your knees throughout the exercise.
  4. Press the dumbbells overhead, extending your arms fully without locking your elbows.
  5. Focus on squeezing your shoulder muscles at the top of the movement.
  6. Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder level in a controlled manner, avoiding any swinging or jerking motions.

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