Standing Alternating Dumbbell Press

Works the shoulders.

Primary muscles
Shoulders
Secondary muscles
Triceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Beginner
Mechanic
Compound
Force
Push

How to do it

  1. Stand with a dumbbell in each hand. Raise the dumbbells to your shoulders with your palms facing forward and your elbows pointed out. This will be your starting position.
  2. Extend one arm to press the dumbbell straight up, keeping your off hand in place. Do not lean or jerk the weight during the movement.
  3. After a brief pause, return the weight to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the opposite side, continuing to alternate between arms.

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