fitubaSeated dumbbell shoulder press
Shoulders · dumbbells. Keep your back supported and press the dumbbells up.
Main muscle: Shoulders
Also works: triceps · traps
Equipment: dumbbells
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests.
How to do it
- Keep your back supported and press the dumbbells up.
- Start with the dumbbells at ear height and elbows slightly forward.
- Press up without clanking them and lower until your elbows are below your shoulders.
Common mistakes
- Lifting your lower back off the pad.
- Lowering only halfway.
- Letting your wrists bend back.
Alternative
No equipment, or want to switch it up: Barbell overhead press.
Log it in one message
Type or say: “Did 3x10 seated press with 45 lb.”
Fituba logs the weights session and its points; in Train you can add sets, reps and load to compare your strength progress. Sample wording, not a prescription.FAQ
What muscles does the seated dumbbell shoulder press work?
Main: shoulders. Also working: triceps and traps.
How many sets and reps of seated press?
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests. Adjust the load so you finish every set with good form; the load is per dumbbell.
How do I log seated press in Fituba?
In your account, open Train, pick Seated press and add its sets, reps and load; or type “Did 3x10 seated press with 45 lb” and Fituba logs your weights session.
Sources and limits
Original Fituba copy based on standard technique guides (StrengthLog · Shoulders). General education: the demo and these notes don't assess your form, mobility or the right load for you; for individual coaching, see a trainer.
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