Dumbbell Standing Driver Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Infraspinatus, Triceps Brachii, Seratus Anterior, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Driver Press
How to: Dumbbell Standing Driver
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height.
- Press the weights overhead while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Slowly lower the weights back to shoulder height.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too heavy of a weight.
- Not controlling the movement.
- Arching the back excessively.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to focus on form.
- Perform the exercise seated for more support.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
- Control the movement both upwards and downwards to prevent injury.
- Engage your core to provide stability.
Dumbbell Standing Driver Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
dumbbell
upper body
deltoids
exercise