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How to: Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Primary Muscles Used:Shoulders, Arms, Anterior Deltoid, Lateral Deltoid, Triceps

Exercise Families:Vertical Push

Equipment:Dumbbell(s), Incline Bench

Trainer:Kelsey Wells

  1. Set an incline bench to an 80-85 degree angle. Holding a dumbbell in each hand, sit on the bench and plant both feet on the floor hip-width apart. Raise the dumbbells to chest height, holding them in an overhand grip (palms facing away from your body). This is your starting position.
  2. Inhale. Exhale. Using the muscles in both your shoulders and arms, extend your elbows and press the dumbbells up above your head, ensuring that your arms are in line with your ears.
  3. Inhale. Once your arms are fully extended, bend your elbows to lower the dumbbells into your chest. Repeat for the specified number of repetitions.

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* Disclaimer: This blog post is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. The above information should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, sleep methods, daily activity, or fitness routine. Sweat assumes no responsibility for any personal injury or damage sustained by any recommendations, opinions, or advice given in this article.

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