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Strength
Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Dumbbells
An overhead pressing exercise for the shoulders and triceps.
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
Dumbbell
Focus
Shoulders · Triceps
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
01
Keep the ribs stacked over the pelvis.
02
Press the dumbbells upward under control.
03
Keep the shoulders away from the ears.
04
Lower slowly.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
01
Overarching the lower back.
02
Shrugging aggressively.
03
Using momentum from the legs.
Exercise Family
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