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Shoulder · Strengthening

Overhead Press on SwissBall with Light Dumbbells

Overhead press on SwissBall, 3 sets, 10 repetitions, light dumbbells

Illustration of the Overhead Press on SwissBall with Light Dumbbells exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10

Description: Sit on a SwissBall with feet flat on the ground, back straight, and shoulder blades stable. Hold a light dumbbell in each hand, with arms bent at 90 degrees at the elbows, then press the dumbbells upward until your arms are nearly extended, without locking the elbows. Slowly lower back to the starting position while controlling the movement.

Tips: Keep the core engaged to maintain balance on the SwissBall and avoid arching the back. Control both the upward and downward phases to protect your shoulders.

Progression: Gradually increase the weight of the dumbbells or the number of repetitions as the exercise becomes easier, while maintaining proper technique.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
SwissBall, light dumbbells
Starting position
Seated on SwissBall, back straight, feet on the ground
Clinical goal
Muscle strengthening of the shoulders
Also known as
SwissBall shoulder press, seated dumbbell press on SwissBall, shoulder press with SwissBall

Precautions

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.