Vertical Push · Dumbbells + bench optional
Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Primary muscles: Shoulders; triceps
Exercise data by RepDB (repdb.co)
Setup
- Sit or stand tall with dumbbells at shoulder height.
- Brace your trunk and keep ribs controlled.
- Use a neutral or slightly forward hand position if more comfortable.
How To Perform It
- Press the dumbbells overhead along a comfortable path.
- Finish with arms long without forcing lockout.
- Lower slowly to shoulder height.
Key ASF Cue
“Keep the ribs down - press overhead without turning it into a backbend.”
Common Mistakes
- Excessive lower-back arch.
- Shrugging early.
- Dropping too deep into an uncomfortable shoulder position.
Alternatives / Substitutions
Safety Note
Choose a pain-free pressing path and reduce load/range if control is lost.