Alternating Dumbbell Overhead Press
Also known as: Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Press, Alternating DB Overhead Press, Alternate Dumbbell Overhead Press, Alternating Dumbbell OHP, Alternating DB Shoulder Press, Alternating DB OHP
Variation of: Dumbbell Overhead Press
Body region
Equipment
Technique
- Stand tall with both dumbbells at shoulder height.
- Press one dumbbell overhead while the other stays at the shoulder.
- Lower it, then press with the other arm.
Cues
- Keep the torso upright; do not lean away from the pressing arm.
- Brace your abs and squeeze your glutes so the ribs stay down.
Common mistakes
- Letting the resting arm drop.
- Side-bending to help the working arm.
- Arching the lower back to get the dumbbell up.