How To Do Standing Dumbbell Overhead Press Correctly And Safely

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The Standing Dumbbell Overhead Press is a very close variation to the Overhead Press which allows for a more natural range of motion of the shoulders.

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BENEFITS OF THE STANDING DUMBBELL OVERHEAD PRESS

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MUSCLES WORKED DURING THE STANDING DUMBBELL OVERHEAD PRESS

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PERFORMING THE STANDING DUMBBELL OVERHEAD PRESS

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– Set your stance just outside of shoulder-width – Begin the movement by taking a big breath, holding it in and squeezing your glute muscles

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