How to do: Standing Palms-In Dumbbell Press

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Standing Palms-In Dumbbell Press — starting position — Start position

Standing Palms-In Dumbbell Press — finishing position — Finish position

Step-by-step instructions

1Start by having a dumbbell in each hand with your arm fully extended to the side using a neutral grip. Your feet should be shoulder width apart from each other. Now slowly lift the dumbbells up until you create a 90 degree angle with your arms. Note: Your forearms should be perpendicular to the floor. This the starting position.
2Continue to maintain a neutral grip throughout the entire exercise. Slowly lift the dumbbells up until your arms are fully extended.
3While inhaling lower the weights down until your arm is at a 90 degree angle again.
4Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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