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Standing shoulder press: how to do it
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Dumbbells at your shoulders
Starting position
Stand hip-width apart and hold a dumbbell at each shoulder with palms forward and elbows under your hands.
The movement
Press the dumbbells straight overhead until your arms are straight, then lower them to your shoulders with control.
Most common mistake
Don't arch your lower back as you press, brace your stomach and keep your ribs down while your arms move.
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