Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Press

A seated pressing movement for the shoulders using dumbbells.

How to do it

1. Sit on a bench with back support, holding dumbbells at shoulder height.
2. Press the dumbbells overhead until arms are fully extended.
3. Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder level.
4. Repeat.

Tips

• Keep your lower back against the pad instead of arching excessively.
• Avoid clanging the dumbbells together at the top.
• Keep your forearms vertical under the dumbbells throughout the press.

Muscles

Primary: Front deltoid, Side deltoid

Secondary: Traps, Triceps