Dumbbell Standing Overhead Press
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Dumbbell Standing Overhead Press strengthens the shoulders and triceps, promoting upper body stability and muscle endurance. This exercise enhances shoulder strength and stability, useful for everyday activities and athletic performance.
How to do it
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart holding dumbbells at shoulder height.
- Engage your core and press the dumbbells overhead until arms are fully extended.
- Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height under control.
- Keep elbows slightly in front of shoulders as you press.
- Maintain a neutral spine and avoid arching the back.
Muscles worked
Primary Deltoid Anterior Deltoid Lateral Triceps Brachii
Secondary Serratus Anterior Trapezius Upper Fibers
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