Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press

Overview

How to do it

1. 1

   Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in one hand at shoulder level with your palm facing forward. Keep your core engaged and your chest up.

2. 2

   Drive the dumbbell overhead until your arm is fully straight.

3. 3

   Hold for a brief moment at the top, then lower the dumbbell slowly back to shoulder level.

4. 4

   Complete the desired reps, then change sides and repeat with the other arm.

5. 5

   As you press the dumbbell overhead, keep your elbow close to your body.

6. 6

   Maintain a straight wrist and keep your palm facing forward for the entire movement.

7. 7

   Breathe out as you press up, then breathe in as you bring the weight back down.

8. 8

   Choose a load that is challenging but still lets you keep proper form from start to finish.

9. 9

   If you have any shoulder or neck injuries or discomfort, consult with a healthcare professional before attempting this exercise.

Muscles worked

Target

Anterior Deltoid

Synergists

Lateral Deltoid، Trapezius، Serratus Anterior، Pectoralis Major، Clavicular

Stabilizers

Levatos Scapula، Wrist Extensors