Front Presses
This shoulder exercise mainly works your front shoulders, with help from your chest, traps and middle shoulders. Watch the demo video, then follow the tips below.
Rep Range
Hypertrophy/Strength : 8-12||Endurance/Hypertrophy : 12-16
How to do Front Presses
Seated on an armless chair, start with dumbbells at chest level, palms facing forward. Press them straight up above your head, then lower back to chest.
Common mistakes
Avoid arching the back or shrugging the shoulders. Ensure a controlled motion.
Breathing
Inhale when dumbbells are at chest; exhale during the upward press.
Muscles worked
Primary Muscles
Front Shoulders
Secondary Muscles
Chest, Traps, Middle Shoulders, Serratus Anterior
Tertiary Muscles
Rear Shoulders, Latissimus Dorsi
