Dumbbell One-Arm Shoulder Press

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Instructions

1. Grab a dumbbell and either sit on a military press bench or a utility bench that has a back support on it as you place the dumbbells upright on top of your thighs or stand up straight. for best results.
2. Clean the dumbbell up to bring it to shoulder height. The other hand can be kept fully extended to the side, by the waist or grabbing a fixed surface. for best results.
3. Rotate the wrist so that the palm of your hand is facing forward. This is your starting position. for best results.
4. As you exhale, push the dumbbell up until your arm is fully extended. for best results.
5. After a second pause, slowly come down back to the starting position as you inhale. for best results.
6. Repeat this exercise for the recommended amount of repetitions and then switch arms. for best results.