Seated Dumbbell Press Guide and tips

Overview of the Seated Dumbbell Press

Seated Dumbbell Press Guide and tips

An exercise to develop the shoulder muscles is the seated dumbbell press which is a version of the standing dumbbell press.

One of the most important exercises for developing a perfectly balanced physique and baseline strength is the overhead press.

When exercising with dumbbells instead of a barbell the person can equally strengthen either side of the muscle.

Workouts including the shoulders push upper body and entire body might incorporate this exercise.

How to Do a Seated Dumbbell Press

  • Decide on the desired weight from the rack and set up an adjustable angle bench to 90 degrees.
  • With your hands pointing inward use a neutral grip to pick lift the dumbbells off the ground. Sit on the bench with the dumbbell ends resting on your knees.
  • Place each dumbbell in its proper position by kicking your knees up one at a time in a safe and controlled manner.
  • Turn your palms so they are facing forward after you have the dumbbells in place.
  • Inhale deeply then engage your deltoids and extend your elbows to press the weights above.
  • Return the dumbbells to the beginning position slowly lowering them so that the arms are about 90 degrees or slightly lower depending on the length of your limbs.
  • Continue till the desired number of times.

Tips for Seated Dumbbell Presses

  • For the entire exercise keep your back flat against the pad.
  • Keep the head from jutting forward too much.
  • Exhale as you press the bicep toward the ear.
  • Seek treatment for a deficiency in shoulder flexion or thoracic spine extension if you feel any strain in your traps or neck throughout the exercise.
  • To help maintain tension in the shoulders keep the elbows slightly bent at the top and avoid locking them out completely.
  • If you are unable to fully extend your elbows overhead, it could be a sign of weak scapular upward rotation which limits shoulder mobility.

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