Dumbbell Push Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Deltoid Lateral, Serratus Anterior, Triceps Brachii, Adductor Magnus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Military Press, Dumbbell Overhead Press
How to: Dumbbell Push Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level.
- Engage your core and press the dumbbells overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder level with control and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight, which affects form.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top of the movement.
- Failing to keep feet shoulder-width apart for stability.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain on the lower back.
- Use lighter weights to ensure proper form.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid arching your back; maintain a straight posture.
- Use a controlled motion to lift the weights overhead.
Tags
shoulders
strength
dumbbell
press
upper body
intermediate