Standing Alternating Dumbbell Press

Standing Alternating Dumbbell Press — Start position — Start position

Standing Alternating Dumbbell Press — End position — End position

Region: Shoulder & Scapula
Equipment: Dumbbell
Category: Strength
Level: Beginner
Mechanic: compound
Force: push

Muscles worked

shoulders
triceps

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

Stand with a dumbbell in each hand. Raise the dumbbells to your shoulders with your palms facing forward and your elbows pointed out. This will be your starting position.
Extend one arm to press the dumbbell straight up, keeping your off hand in place. Do not lean or jerk the weight during the movement.
After a brief pause, return the weight to the starting position.
Repeat for the opposite side, continuing to alternate between arms.

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