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Beginner
Delts

Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip)

This exercise builds shoulder strength while you sit down. You hold dumbbells with your palms facing each other. It works your shoulder muscles and also helps your arms and upper back.

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Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip) demonstration

How to Perform

  1. 1Sit on a bench and hold a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing each other.
  2. 2Lift the weights to your shoulders. Keep your elbows bent and palms still facing each other.
  3. 3Push the weights straight up until your arms are straight above your head.
  4. 4Stop for a second at the top, then slowly lower the weights back down to your shoulders.
  5. 5Do this again for as many times as you need.

Exercise Info

Primary Muscles
Delts
Secondary Muscles
Upper back
Triceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Difficulty
Beginner

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