Standing Dumbbell Press
The Standing Dumbbell Press trains the shoulders and triceps while the trunk and lower body stabilize the unsupported position. Each arm controls its own weight and path.
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The Standing Dumbbell Press trains the shoulders and triceps while the trunk and lower body stabilize the unsupported position. Each arm controls its own weight and path.
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