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	Exercise: Shoulders - Shoulder Press (Free Weights) - Also called Military Press or Overhead Press)

			Dumbbells or Barbell Flat or adjustable bench

			Sit on the edge of the bench with back straight and legs together. Hold the dumbbells at shoulder level with palms facing forward. (If using a barbell, hold the bar across the back of the shoulders.) Keep back straight.

			Press the weight overhead until arms are fully extended, but not locked. Pause; slowly lower the weight. Repeat.

			Exhale while pressing up; inhale while lowering to starting position. Avoid holding your breath.

			Strengthens the shoulders (deltoids).

			Standing - stand with feet approximately shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent and abdominal muscles contracted to stabilize torso. Press overhead, pause and lower weight. Dumbbells - start by holding dumbbells at shoulder level with palms facing in. Rotate arms while pressing up so that palms face out at the top of lift. Return to starting position (palms facing in).

			Do not arch back. This exercise may be contraindicated for some individuals with shoulder, neck or back problems, arthritis, high blood pressure or during pregnancy.

			Use slow and controlled movements. Keep abdominal muscles contracted to stabilize trunk. Use lighter weights to isolate the deltoids. Proper form helps prevent the larger muscle groups from assisting the movement.