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Overhead Press

A compound upper body exercise that targets the shoulders, triceps, and core through controlled pressing movements overhead, improving strength and shoulder stability.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding dumbbells at shoulder level. Press the weights overhead by extending your arms while maintaining proper form and core engagement. Lower the weights back to the starting position with control.

Starting Position

Begin standing with feet shoulder-width apart, dumbbells at shoulder level, and core engaged.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position with weights at shoulder level, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Press overhead, engage your core, control the movement, maintain form

Common Mistakes

Arching back, not engaging core, rushing the movement, poor shoulder position

Progression Tips

Increase weight, add more repetitions, perform variations, or add pause at top.

Regression Tips

Use lighter weights, perform seated variations, or reduce range of motion.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience pain in the shoulders, elbows, or lower back. Maintain proper form to avoid injury. Focus on controlled movement rather than heavy weight.