Standing Alternating Dumbbell Press
Strength · Beginner · Shoulders
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- Shoulders
- Secondary
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Force
- Push
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Level
- Beginner
Muscles worked
Shoulders
Also works: Triceps
How to do it — Standing Alternating Dumbbell Press
- 1Stand with a dumbbell in each hand. Raise the dumbbells to your shoulders with your palms facing forward and your elbows pointed out. This will be your starting position.
- 2Extend one arm to press the dumbbell straight up, keeping your off hand in place. Do not lean or jerk the weight during the movement.
- 3After a brief pause, return the weight to the starting position.
- 4Repeat for the opposite side, continuing to alternate between arms.
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