Dumbbell Press

Starting Position

• Sit on an upright bench, angled at 75-90° so that your lower back is firmly in contact with the bench.
• Hold a pair of dumbbells, hands facing forwards, level with your shoulders.

The Movement

• Press the dumbbells upwards and inwards until they almost touch over your head.
• Straighten your arms but do not lock out
  your elbows. Hold momentarily.
• Lower the dumbbells slowly back to the
  starting position.

Tips

• Keep your torso upright - don't lean backwards or arch your spine as you press the bar upwards as this will strain your lower back.
• Hold your abdominal muscles taut to help stabilise your spine or, if you are using a very heavy weight, wear a weightlifting belt.
• Lower the dumbbells until they touch your shoulders - don't shorten the movement.

Other Exercises for your Shoulder Workouts.

• Dumbbell Press
• Lateral Raise
• Upright Row
• Bent-over Lateral Raise