Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | 2 dumbbells |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp dumbbells and stand upright. Keep knees slightly flexed. Hold dumbbells besides head. Keep upper arms perpendiular to torso and let let elbows point down.Execution
Press dumbbells up over head. Keep arms slightly flexed. Return until dumbbells are besides head. Repeat.Variations / Comments
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Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Deltoid, Anterior |
Synergist | Deltoid, Lateral | Supraspinatus | Trapezius, Middle | Trapezius, Lower | Pectoralis Major, Clavicular | Triceps Brachii | Serratus Anterior |
Stabilizers | Biceps Brachii | Trapezius, Upper |
Front
Rear