Target Muscle

    Shoulders

    Equipment

    Dumbbell

    Difficulty

    Beginner

    Category

    Strength

    Dumbbell Seated Alternate Shoulder Press

    The dumbbell seated alternate shoulder press is a strength exercise targeting the deltoids, performed while seated and alternating arms for each press. It also engages the tricep and upper back as secondary muscles.

    Also Works

    TricepsUpper Back

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.

    2. 2

      Hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing inwards, and raise them to shoulder height.

    3. 3

      Press one dumbbell up overhead while keeping the other dumbbell at shoulder height.

    4. 4

      Lower the raised dumbbell back to shoulder height while simultaneously pressing the other dumbbell up overhead.

    5. 5

      Continue alternating between arms for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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