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Dumbbell Standing Overhead Press 101 Video Tutorial

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Dumbbell Standing Overhead Press
Dumbbell Standing Overhead Press

Exercise Synopsis

Target Muscle Group

Shoulders

Secondary Targets

Execution

Compound

Force Type

Push (Bilateral)

Required Equipment

Dumbbell

Fitness Level

Intermediate

Alternatives

None

Timer

Hour

Minute

Second

Stopwatch

00:00:00:00

Overview

The dumbbell standing overhead press is an exercise targeting the shoulders. It is a compound exercise that works multiple muscle groups at once, including the deltoids, triceps, and traps. It is a great way to build strength and size in your shoulders, and it can also help to improve your posture, To perform the dumbbell standing overhead press, start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your arms extended at your sides. Your palms should be facing forward, Inhale and slowly raise the dumbbells up overhead until they are directly above your head. Your elbows should be slightly bent and your wrists should be in line with your forearms. Hold the position for a second, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to your sides. Exhale as you lower the weights, Repeat this movement for 8-12 repetitions. You can increase the weight as you get stronger, The dumbbell standing overhead press is a challenging exercise, but it is also a very effective one. If you are looking to build strong, muscular shoulders, this is an exercise that you should definitely add to your routine.

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Variations

Variations of fitness exercises refer to different ways of performing a specific exercise or movement to target various muscle groups, intensities, or goals. These variations aim to challenge the body differently, prevent plateaus, and cater to individuals with varying fitness levels.

EQUIPMENT

Dumbbell

EXECUTION

Isolation

FITNESS LEVEL

Intermediate

Alternatives

Alternative exercises in fitness refer to different movements or activities that target similar muscle groups or serve the same training purpose as the primary exercise. These alternative exercises can be used as substitutes when the original exercise is unavailable or challenging to perform due to various reasons such as equipment limitations, injuries, or personal preferences.

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