Dumbbell single arm neutral grip shoulder press

Muscles worked: Upper arms, Chest
Upper armsChest
🔧 Dumbbells ↕ Push 🏋️ kg × reps Difficulty:

Muscle outlines from Body Muscles by Ivan Vulović, Apache 2.0 — regrouped and recoloured for Muscle Train.

How to perform

Press the dumbbell overhead, fully extending your elbow. Align wrist, elbow, and shoulder at the top. Slowly lower the dumbbell to the starting position while keeping your core engaged.

Muscles Worked

Lateral HeadMedial HeadUpper Chest
Secondary: Upper Traps, Mid Traps, External Obliques

Tips

Press the dumbbell in your scapular plane to promote a natural shoulder movement and prevent injury. Brace your core tightly throughout the exercise to stabilize your spine and resist unwanted rotation. Maintain a 45-degree angle at your elbows to reduce stress on the joint and engage the correct muscles. Keep your head neutral and looking forward at the top of the movement to avoid neck strain and maintain spinal alignment. Ensure your wrist remains in a neutral position throughout the entire exercise to prevent discomfort or potential injury.

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