Standing Alternating Dumbbell Press
A dumbbell shoulder press variation to target shoulder muscles.
Instructions
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height.
- Press one dumbbell overhead while keeping the other at shoulder height.
- Lower the first dumbbell back to shoulder height and simultaneously press the other dumbbell overhead.
- Continue alternating arms for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using momentum to press the weights instead of controlled movement.
- Leaning backward excessively, risking lower back strain.
- Not fully extending the arm during the press.
- Allowing elbows to drop below shoulder level when lowering the weight.
Additional Information
| General | |
| Difficulty | intermediate |
| Force | push |
| Mechanic | compound |
| Equipment | dumbbell |
| Muscle | shoulders |