Build Shoulder Strength with Seated Shoulder Press

Seated Shoulder Press

Rep Range

Hypertrophy/Strength : 8-12||Endurance/Hypertrophy : 12-16

Hints

Sit on an armless chair, back straight. Hold dumbbells at shoulder level. Press both dumbbells overhead simultaneously, then return to start.

Common Mistakes

Avoid arching the back or using momentum.

Breathing

Inhale as you lower the dumbbells; exhale during the press up.

Muscle Focus

Primary Muscles

Shoulders

Secondary Muscles

Serratus Anterior

Tertiary Muscles

Traps, Chest, Latissimus Dorsi