Seated Dumbbell Overhead Press
Shoulders • Gym • Beginner
- Muscle Group: Shoulders
- Training Type: Compund
- Equipment: Dumbbells
- Difficulty: Beginner
Exercise Overview
The seated dumbbell overhead press is a compound shoulder exercise that targets the deltoid muscles while also engaging the triceps. Performing the movement in a seated position provides added stability, making it easier to control the weights and maintain proper form.
How To Do It
1. Setup
Sit upright on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand. Plant your feet firmly on the floor and bring the dumbbells to shoulder height.
2. Starting Position
Hold the dumbbells at shoulder level with palms facing forward. Keep your chest up and core engaged.
3. Execution
Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended overhead. Keep the weights moving in a straight, controlled path.
4. Return
Lower the dumbbells slowly back to shoulder level, maintaining control and tension in the shoulders.