Standing Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Starting position

• Stand upright, feet hip-width, dumbbells at shoulder height.
• Palms forward, abs and glutes braced.

Execution

• Press the dumbbells overhead until the arms are almost straight.
• Lower under control to the shoulders.
• Breathe out as you press.

Common mistakes

• Arched back.
• Using the legs for momentum.
• Knocking the dumbbells together at the top.