Getting Started

• 1

  Start by sitting on a bench or chair with a back support.

• 2

  Hold a pair of dumbbells just above your shoulders, with your palms facing forward.

• 3

  Brace your core and press the dumbbells up directly above your head. Keep your elbows close to your ears throughout the movement.

• 4

  Once your arms are fully extended, pause and squeeze your shoulder blades together.

• 5

  Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.

• 6

  Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.