Equipmentdumbbell
Difficultybeginner
deltsshoulders
Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press
The dumbbell seated shoulder press is a strength exercise targeting the deltoid muscles of the shoulders. It is performed while seated, pressing dumbbells overhead to build shoulder and upper arm strength.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Sit on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.
- 2.Raise the dumbbells to shoulder height, palms facing forward.
- 3.Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended overhead.
- 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
tricepsupper back
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