Dumbbell exercise

Overhead Press (Dumbbell) form, muscles worked, and workout tracking

The dumbbell overhead press is a compound movement that primarily targets the anterior and lateral deltoids, while engaging the triceps and core for stability. It is a fundamental exercise for building upper body pushing strength and improving shoulder girdle stability.

Overhead Press (Dumbbell) illustration

How to do Overhead Press (Dumbbell)

  1. 1Sit or stand with a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height, palms facing forward or inward.
  2. 2Engage your core and maintain a neutral spine, avoiding excessive arching of the lower back.
  3. 3Inhale, then press the weights directly upward until your arms are fully extended without locking your elbows.
  4. 4Exhale at the top of the movement.
  5. 5Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with a slow, controlled motion.

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