Getting Started

• 1

  Start by sitting on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level, palms facing each other.

• 2

  Hold the dumbbells together in the center with a strong grip.

• 3

  With your elbows tucked in, press the dumbbells up over your head.

• 4

  Pause for a moment when your dumbbells are at the top position, then lower them back to the starting position.

• 5

  Repeat for the desired number of reps.

• 6

  Remember to keep your core engaged and your shoulders down and back throughout the exercise.

• 7

  Make sure to keep the dumbbells close to each other and to use your chest muscles to press the dumbbells up, not your triceps.

• 8

  Breathe in as you press the dumbbells up and out as you lower them.