Overarching the lower back.
ShouldersDumbbell Shoulder Press
The dumbbell shoulder press trains the shoulders and triceps while demanding trunk stability.
Execution
Technique, step by step.
- 01
Hold the dumbbells at shoulder height.
- 02
Brace your trunk and keep your ribs controlled.
- 03
Press vertically without overarching.
- 04
Lower through a comfortable range.
Avoid these
Mistakes that reduce effectiveness.
Banging the dumbbells together.
Using a load that reduces control.
Adapt the movement
A variation for every level.
Regression
Perform the movement seated with back support.
Dumbbell Shoulder Press
A vertical press for stronger shoulders.
Progression
Perform it standing with a slow tempo.
Put it into practice
Workouts that use this exercise.
Same muscle group