08/12/2026
The dumbbell shoulder press. πͺStrong shoulders make everything easier β lifting, carrying, posture, everyday life. And building them correctly means knowing exactly what to do and what NOT to do. Abigail from Lift Lab is breaking it all down.
Here's how to nail every single rep:
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Core braced & feet flat on the ground before you press up
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Elbows slightly in front of your shoulders
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Soft elbow bend at the top β keep tension on the muscle
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Lower slowly and with control & explode upβ this is where the gains happen
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Shoulders away from your ears throughout
β Don't flare elbows wide β keep them slightly in front of your body
β Don't arch your lower back β if you are, the weight is too heavy
β Don't lower your elbows or weights too low, keep weights at earlobe height
β Don't shrug β if your shoulders are creeping up, reset
β Don't have flimsy wrists or turn or bend them when pressing up
Save this for your next shoulder day. πFollow us for more tips each week.
And if you want Abigail coaching you through movements like this in person β a few Open Lab spots are still available this month. Monday and Wednesday at 6 PM. Max 4 people. $30 members Β· $35 non-members.
But act fast β Open Labs end August 27. After that, Lift Lab returns as a full 6-week course starting in September. Enrollment is open now. https://www.thesocialfitnessclub.com/schedule