shoulders
Seated dumbbell press
Build shoulders with a full range.
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How to do it
- Sit upright with your back on the pad, dumbbells at shoulder height.
- Brace your core and keep your ribs down.
- Press both dumbbells straight overhead until your arms are nearly straight.
- Lower them back to shoulder height under control.
Beginner tips
- Don't over-arch your lower back.
- Keep your wrists straight and stacked.
- Lower slowly, don't drop the weights.
Keep in mind: Start light to control both dumbbells.
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