Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Press -- Standing
Purposes
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Deltoid strength
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Triceps strength
Description
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Standing tall, hold the dumbbells in both hands at shoulder level, palms forward.
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Keep your back straight and your chest up at all time.
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Press one dumbbell up until your arm is straight and the elbow is in line with your ear, then return to shoulder level.
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Repeat with the other side.
ProTip
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Keep your trunk muscles tight
Mistakes
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Excessive arching of the back
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Pressing the dumbbells too far in front of the head, instead of directly overhead
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Torso bending to the sides