Dumbbell Standing Behind Back Shoulders Press
Expert Advice
Engage your core and maintain a slight bend in your knees to protect your lower back during the press.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand behind your back at shoulder level.
- Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Dumbbell Standing Behind Back Shoulders Press primarily targets the Shoulders, with Strength mechanics using Dumbbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders100%
Equipment
Dumbbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Dumbbell Standing Behind Back Shoulders Press work?
Dumbbell Standing Behind Back Shoulders Press primarily targets the Shoulders. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Dumbbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Dumbbell Standing Behind Back Shoulders Press?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Dumbbell Standing Behind Back Shoulders Press suitable for beginners?
Dumbbell Standing Behind Back Shoulders Press is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
