How to do the Standing Shoulder Press with correct form
(Shoulders)
Watch this Standing Shoulder Press video to learn about the alternating dumbbell shoulder press. This compound exercise targets the deltoids, triceps, and upper back. To perform the exercise, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward. Press one dumbbell overhead until your arm is fully extended, then lower it back to the starting position. Repeat on the other side. Focus on maintaining good posture and control throughout the movement.
See my complete exercise guide for the Standing Shoulder Press
Watch an external Standing Shoulder Press video (not alternating)
It’s so important to get the form correct for this exercise, so here’s a great video from
Scott Herman – How To: Standing Shoulder Press video (external)
NOTES: DIFFICULTY RATING: 15%
This is an excellent toning and fat-burning exercise, especially when using lighter weights with higher reps. You can do hundreds of these if you have time. Using too much weight will result in a shoulder injury. This exercise serves as a more effective ‘finisher’ at the end of a back or shoulder session, or when combined with other practical finishing exercises.
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