Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip)

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Learn how to do the Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip) with proper form and technique. This dumbbell exercise primarily targets your Delts, with secondary emphasis on Triceps, Upper Back.

Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip) exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip)

Follow these steps to perform the Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip) with correct form:

  1. 1Sit on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing inward.
  2. 2Raise the dumbbells to shoulder height, elbows bent and palms facing forward.
  3. 3Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended overhead.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip) Muscles Worked

Primary

delts

Secondary

tricepsupper back

Exercise Details

Equipment
dumbbell
Body Part
shoulders
Category
Main

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip) work?

The Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip) primarily targets your Delts. Secondary muscles worked include Triceps, Upper Back. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your shoulders.

What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip)?

The Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip) requires dumbbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press (parallel Grip) with proper form?

Start by sit on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing inward.. Raise the dumbbells to shoulder height, elbows bent and palms facing forward. Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended overhead. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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