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Dumbbell Shoulder Press

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Tempo for every rep: lower for 3 seconds, pause for 1 second, lift for 1 second.

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Muscles

Main target

  • Main target: Shoulders

Also works

  • Also works: Triceps

In your week

How to do it

  1. Stand or sit tall with dumbbells at ear height, palms facing forward.

  2. Press straight up until your arms are fully extended.

  3. Lower back to ear height over about 3 seconds.

Form tips

  • Keep ribs down and glutes tight so your lower back does not arch.

  • Bring the dumbbells slightly toward each other at the top.

Posture check

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Posture check

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Every rep

Lower 3s · Pause 1s · Lift 1s

In the plan

Beginner · Dumbbell

Dumbbell Floor Press

  • Main target: Chest
  • Also works: Triceps
  • Also works: Shoulders

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