How to do it
Press your head and upper back flat against the bench support.
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Sit on a bench with back support, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level, palms facing you.
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As you press the dumbbells overhead, rotate your wrists so that your palms face forward at the top.
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Reverse the motion as you lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Start with palms facing you and rotate your wrists as you press up to engage more shoulder muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Skipping the wrist rotation during the press
- ✕Pressing the dumbbells forward over the face
- ✕Shrugging the shoulders toward the ears