Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Step-by-step technique for Dumbbell Shoulder Press, an exercise for front delts using dumbbells. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

Technique video

How to do it

  1. Sit or stand with a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height.
  2. Brace your core.
  3. Press the dumbbells up until your arms are straight.
  4. Lower under control back to shoulder height.
Coach tip: Bring the dumbbells slightly together at the top.

Muscles worked

Primary: Front Delts
Secondary: Side Delts, Triceps

Dumbbell Shoulder Press is a strength exercise that loads the front delts using dumbbells. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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