Dumbbell standing alternate overhead press
The dumbbell standing alternate overhead press is a compound exercise targeting the deltoid muscles. It involves pressing a dumbbell overhead one arm at a time while standing, which also engages the core for stability.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain stability.
- Do not lock your elbows at the top of the movement.
- Use a controlled motion to avoid swinging the weights.
- Keep your feet shoulder-width apart for better balance.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- lower back pain
- rotator cuff issues
Also known as
Distensioni alternati sopra la testa con manubri, standing dumbbell shoulder press, standing dumbbell military press, shoulder press, dumbbell shoulder press, overhead press, standing shoulder press