How to: Standing DB Shoulder Press for Physique Development

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

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[@barrywood7351]

Awesome video coach. I like your hand placement when you were pressing overhead!

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

@@barrywood7351 Thanks, Barry! We appreciate you watching.

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[@jasonmoore4657]

VIDEO TIMESTAMP: 00:00 01:05 Getting the Dumbbells into the Starting Position 01:21 Shoulder Press START Position 01:34 Dumbbell's Range of Motion 02:00 How to Avoid Spinal Extension

[@brydenweston9067]

Bruh it 2 minutes

[@shrekpaidefamilia6104]

In addition to an amazing shoulder exercise, the best in my opinion, it is also a great core exercise, to press +40 KG dumbbells in standing, not only a very strong shoulder, but also is necessary a monstrous core strength to balance the dumbell without swinging it

[@american-professor]

You serious? How many people can press up 40 kg dumbbells? I've never seen anyone and I've been lifting for many many years.

[@Yoshsterpalooza]

@@american-professor you have to be insanely strong or training with roids in order to cleanly rep 40kg STANDING. Sitting I could see for the average male gym goer who’s been in the gym for a while and goes consistently.

[@onpoint357]

@@Yoshsterpalooza I've been training constantly (naturally) for years and im strong, and I've never thought about doing a 40kg shoulder press standing. I dont even see guys on roids doing 40kg shoulder press standing lol you don't even need that much weight for shoulders. That's more squat bench press and deadlift territory. Or for EGO lifting lol

[@g.3521]

+40 kg dumbells with clean reps are ridiculous

[@MikeDunn]

Can anyone in this thread say what the difference in weight should be as far as standing vs. seated press? Thanks.

[@LastBastian]

Nice! Never had problems getting into position on standing db's. All you have to do is stand with arms resting at you sides (holding db's) now take one fast step forward, your body moves but the db's take a second to catch up. As soon as they start to reach the peek of their forward arch, step quickly back into position, and continue to swing the weights up into their press position.

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Thanks for the tips!

[@LastBastian]

@@PhysiqueDevelopment Hey, whatever works right? Good video!

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

@@LastBastian True - and thank you!!

[@paulietv2162]

Or you could position the flat end of the dumbbells against the front of each thigh then 'push' the dumbbell upwards with your thigh one at a time

[@emalior5000]

Can you do that with 100lbs in each hand because I can't. I have to sit and kick the dumbbells to my knees then stand. With lighter weight I can kick them up standing.

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[@jeromejohnson1526]

@@PhysiqueDevelopment I could not find any barbell row videos on your channel, could you cover that topic? Thanks in advance!

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

@@jeromejohnson1526 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaWupISPpq-nntk - here you go! Here is our tutorial on the barbell row.

[@broncobilly4029]

Thanks for addressing the core engagement. That's what happened to e the first time i did these. It didn't hurt, but it's probably not good for your back, so I'll need to be conscious of that.

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

The core engagement is tremendously important, could possibly be the #1 most important part of doing this exercise

[@jameswillis1742]

yeah this video helped hit home why i should start doing core exercises when i attempt standing shoulder press with dumbells im soon having all kinds of problems with my form

[@roundtriangle7259]

Someone get this man more subscribers Clear no bs informative video 👏

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Thank you, very kind of you! We appreciate your support. :)

[@redwhiteandblueblood]

Did these yesterday properly for the first time, felt great, only used 10kg dumbbells and pushed out 4 sets of 10-12 (basically same weight as what I'd lat/front raise) but I felt I got way more of a pump compared to what I normally would with twice the weight in a seated variation, also had to work harder to stabilise myself, but by the 3rd set it felt pretty natural and I was gaining momentum Will probably bump it up to 12.5kgs and 15kgs over the next few weeks Have done db squat to presses over the years, but I feel there's no significant time under tension due to the upper/lower mechanisms of that exercise, with these I can build time under tension, so hopefully will be a great alternative delt builder.

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

That is so great to hear!! Thank you for your message. Keep up the hard work.

[@redwhiteandblueblood]

@@PhysiqueDevelopment no probs Definitely a good change up from seated Arnold's (had impingements over the years, so Arnold's helped with that, but not as good a pump)

[@Mikejames1080]

​@@redwhiteandbluebloodhey I do 20kg standing, 4 sets 10 reps. Not far from moving up to 22.5kg. How much do you do now?

[@redwhiteandblueblood]

@@Mikejames1080 I'm hammering out barbell OHPs and kettlebell variations now though I generally will do these still as warm ups eith similar weight I think at the time I originally posted this I was only training at home with limited equipment Since then I've bought more for home but gone back to gym also OHPs 50-60kg 16kg KBs I've done plenty of rear delt work since also, I've found that's helped my shoulder health alot

[@Mikejames1080]

​​@@redwhiteandbluebloodhey I don't even get notifications but still came back to this vid cos I was searching for standing Dumbbell ohp lol and was gonna comment but scrolled down and realised I already had. So now I'm doing 25.5kg standing Dumbbell ohp. Progress is quite slow. It is pretty heavy and the core is involved. I'm not far off 27kg and I do them from home with dumbbells and weight plates I have. If I keep doing them twice a week from home, I wonder how long it would take me to get super duper strong and be able to do 35-40kg? How long do you think? Maybe a year to do 40kg or is that too hopefull? That would be very hard. Maybe I should do 1 rep almost like powerlifting. Maybe right now I could get 1 rep with say 30-32kg, I'm not sure as I haven't tried, but I'm happy with progress atm! Good to hear from you! 👍

[@BotchedBeta]

Exactly what i needed. Thanks bro

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

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Your voice is sooo relaxing man

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[@Bellywoodstudios_diadance]

Thanks for this video It explains things very well. One thing that is bothering me though, is what is the difference between a dumbbell shoulder press and a dumbbell overhead press???

[@darthobsidian]

Preparing for marching band. This exercise helps with sousaphone shoulder pain.

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[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

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This is great! Straight to the point. Subscribed

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

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[@benx6549]

Great explanation

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Thank you Ben! Have you been doing the standing DB overhead press in your training before watching this video? If so, what are you changing to how you do it after watching?

[@benx6549]

​@PhysiqueDevelopment A little less weight, and a real emphasis on my form. Feels good, thanks!

[@coach7matt]

this is a great explanation. Thank you!

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Glad it was helpful! any other exercises you'd like to see?

[@x2.02]

Great video. I'm at home because of lockdown and I have dumbbells so this was very helpful!

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

So glad to hear that it helped!

[@conephompany]

Hi, i've seen the overhead press done like this, where the dumbells point out on an angle and i've seen where they point straight ahead, parallel to your gaze. which is correct? thanks for your time,

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Hello! Having your elbows completely out to the side could be uncomfortable or cause discomfort/shortened range of motion. Slightly moving your elbow forward and making sure your forearms/wrists (which will also slightly turn the dumbbells at an angle), can also you some more ROM/comfort when preforming the exercise!

[@bruht9921]

Great question bro

[@TheSunIsMyDestroyer]

subscribed, hope to learn more from you. i'm a beginner.

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Welcome aboard! what are your current goals? I'd love to get you some information to help!

[@bRabbit227]

Do you retract and depress your scapula during this?

[@Living.Fit.]

Thank you for breaking down this press.

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching.

[@rainyjay8156]

What's the difference between this and lat Dumbell pulldown . Does this work your back also or just shoulders? Thanks for the video.

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Do you have a link to reference the lat dumbbell pulldown? If we are comparing a lat pulldown in a cable machine, that exercise is going to be targeting your upper back & lats. With this exercise, it'll be your delts, upper back, to a degree your core.

[@rainyjay8156]

@@PhysiqueDevelopment heres the video of the exercise I mean. Thanks for the reply I know it was on a older video I appreciate it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2PJlYSAqLNqj80si=14AQ_Sdv1EaKrM9y

[@DnBarPoet77]

Thanks! Can you alternate each arm/dumbbell during the reps or must you raise both arms/dumbbells at the same time? I'm glad you pointed out the spinal extension issue. I did these for the first time and noticed I was doing that.

[@ebenezersureshworkaccount8947]

So, you have to power as in power clean it into position?

[@Ignis-g6m]

Is it not good for the spine when doing a standing one compare with seating posture.

[@aaronmoravek]

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[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Thank you - so glad we could help!

[@selfpaidbuck9421]

Good video

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Thank you!

[@cielei]

Deadlift DBs up into position Rotate shoulders/elbows to desired (most comfortable) position. Making sure to stay in scapular plane. Keep spine neutral, minimizing activation of unrelated muscles & momentum

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[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

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[@Mikejames1080]

Hi there mate. I'm doing 25.5kg standing dumbbell OHP atm. I'm not far off 27kg. Progress is slow, but I'm happy I'm still progressing and getting stronger. How long would you say it would take to be able to do 40kg dumbbells? I saw ppl say in the comments that, that's a very very heavy weight to OHP standing for a man not on steroids, and it's got me motivated to do it 😂. Do you think in 2 years that would be possible?

[@Mikejames1080]

​@@majkollaloI'm doing 29.5kg now. Getting stronger 💪 I will be careful also and not ego lift. Can do without any setbacks!

[@aborigine777]

What muscles do it work?

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

your medial and front delts! what are your goals right now?

[@PooplexCanal]

Very helpful, thank you

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Glad it could help!

[@christophschmidt1786]

Does the rotation of the dumbbells (more to the front or to the lateral) lead to different shoulder parts targeted? Or are they equivalent?

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

The change in arm path will start to dictate the bias of the exercise, yes! As a whole, this pressing variation is good for challenging the middle and front parts of the shoulder. The more in front of your body you are the more it will start to bias the front divisions more than the middle. Does that make sense?

[@giannaarissa]

so it standing better then seated for building muscle? or is it the same

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

In terms of muscle-building potential, I would say it can depend. Seated may allow for more overall stability, which could increase your ability to create more significant tension.

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[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Thank you, Tim!

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[@ailamp9832]

Thank you

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@plusonepercent]

I struggle getting the dumbells to the shoulder

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Everyone will have slightly different arm paths in this movement. You will notice my arm position is more in front of my body here rather than directly out to the side.

[@drahgoemc]

hello! how long should I rest between sets?

[@product_of_august]

Depends on if your are going heavy or keeping the weight light. If light then 60-90 seconds. If heavy listen to your body when you have recovered then go into the next set. Maintain intensity but it depends on what you are working on.

[@tauheedhussain2954]

it hurts my back??? what should i do?

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

If this standing variation hurts your back, you can perform the seated variation which will give your torso support and allow you to take the potential strain off the lower back. Here is the seated variation: kzbin.info/www/bejne/laCznqR5ZZeCraM&ab_channel=PhysiqueDevelopment

[@F.A.--]

I'm thinking in doing this immediately after doing 1 series of push ups, is that a good idea?

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

It could be a good combination! Just know the overlapping muscle groups here will be the triceps and shoulders so those may fatigue pretty quick.

[@EllencyOfficial]

Great video! I'm stuck at 18kg dumbells and can't go heavier. Do you know why? Anytime I go past 18 kg it feels so heavy I must drop the weight back.

[@RyanAl92]

18 kg dumbbells? But how many reps are you doing?

[@theymademepickaname1248]

18kg is probably too heavy for you too. Don't ego lift. Find a weight you can lift with perfect form, and don't go heavier until it feels too easy.

[@XTheSpartanX7]

Nothing wrong with sticking with 18kg. You can increase reps, use the same weight with better form, stick with the same weight until it gets easier (step loading)

[@sunsetsamosa]

drop the weight and master your form, try single hand press too.

[@g.3521]

How many reps can you do with 18kg? I'd recommend being able to do 8-10 reps with extremely clean form before progressing to heavier weights

[@zan6585]

so i dont arch my spine?

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Preferably not. Arching, or extending, the upper back under this sort of load can lead to a higher risk of injury.

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[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Happy to help!

[@charleslongstreet5991]

I don’t go higher than 40lb dumbells is that good enough

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Hey Charles! If 40s are going to be challenging for you in the desired rep range that you're performing then yes, 40 will be sufficient!

[@russB0B]

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[@critterdude311]

You could also use lighter weights, with higher rep counts, but hey, that would require people leaving their ego at the door, so we know that is off the table.

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

You're not wrong! Different uses for many different rep ranges and load selections. :)

[@CrimpingPebbles]

I’m training for strength specifically for climbing and I’m not looking to put in more weight, just get stronger, heavier weights and less reps are the way to go for me, nothing to do with egos

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[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Thank you so much! We appreciate you watching. And sometimes I feel the power of the beard helping me through the creation of the videos, lol. Best, Austin

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[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

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[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

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Thank you for sharing, I suggest if you could hands on more than just speaking , lifting the dumbbell and showing at the same time. (My 2 cents)

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

We appreciate the feedback. Thanks for watching!

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[@matteoromanelli7616]

Why do so many people do this exercise with their elbows pointed at 90 degrees

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Traditionally, "this is the way it has always been done". A straight-out arm path seems to have the muscle in mind (the medial delt), but it does not always take into account the mobility of the shoulder - especially your individual shoulder mobility/restrictions. As shown, you may need to move around your pressing angle to best match your abilities. Hope that helps!

[@khris1746]

The standing press is easier for me for some reason

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

might feel a little more comfortable without having the bench impending you in any way!

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[@igotdembombs]

I feel like you don't actually explain how to do the exercise in this video. For example you talk about losing core or hip tension or whatever, but you never told us to do that in the first place.

[@PhysiqueDevelopment]

Thank you for watching! Outside of your setup and ability to maintain trunk stability in this movement, the only thing left to do is press up the weight.