Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Starting position

• Sit or stand upright, dumbbells at shoulder height.
• Palms facing forward, elbows slightly in front of the body.

Execution

• Press the dumbbells up until the arms are almost straight.
• Lower slowly back to shoulder height.
• Breathe out as you press.

Common mistakes

• Arched back.
• Knocking the dumbbells together at the top.
• Not lowering deep enough.