Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Standing Dumbbell Press, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Anterior deltoid |
| Also | Lateral deltoid, Triceps brachii, Rectus abdominis |
Setup
Keep the core tight and press straight up without leaning back.
How to do it well
- Hold the dumbbells at the shoulders
- Brace and press overhead
- Lower to ear height
Common mistakes
- Overarching the back
- Using leg drive to cheat
Free programs with Standing Dumbbell Press
Similar exercises
- Arnold Press
- Dumbbell Front Raise
- Seated Dumbbell Press
- Cable Front Raise
- Seated Barbell Overhead Press
- Seated Plate Loaded Shoulder Press
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.