This exercise involves standing with dumbbells in hand and pressing them overhead, engaging the shoulders, triceps, and core muscles. It is a great exercise for building upper body strength and improving posture.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Dumbbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Strengthens the shoulders, triceps, and upper back muscles
- Improves overall upper body strength and stability
- Helps to improve posture and reduce the risk of shoulder injuries
- Engages the core muscles for added stability and balance
- Can be easily modified for different fitness levels and goals
How to perform
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level, palms facing forward.
- Press the dumbbells overhead, extending your arms fully and keeping your core engaged.
- Lower the dumbbells back down to shoulder level, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Shoulder
Primary
Triceps
Primary
Traps
Primary
Abs
Secondary