Published August 21, 2026

Standing Dumbbell Press

A beginner strength movement for the shoulders. Needs a pair of dumbbells.

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Steps

  1. 1

    Set up

    Standing with your feet shoulder width apart, take a dumbbell in each hand. Raise the dumbbells to head height, the elbows out and about 90 degrees. This will be your starting position.

  2. 2

    Perform the movement

    Maintaining strict technique with no leg drive or leaning back, extend through the elbow to raise the weights together directly above your head.

  3. 3

    Finish the set

    Pause, and slowly return the weight to the starting position.