Bodybuilding Legends Share Effective Dumbbell Training Techniques

Bodybuilding legends Dorian Yates and Jay Cutler offer expert guidance for maximizing results from the dumbbell shoulder press. Yates emphasizes using an 'up and in' movement to minimize triceps involvement and maintain tension on the shoulders, recommending lifters avoid locking out at the top and keep control throughout the motion. He also highlights the value of keeping tension for two-thirds of the lift and suggests simple recovery strategies for shoulder health, such as hanging from a pull-up bar. Cutler advises setting the bench at a slight incline and planting feet firmly to ensure stability, while also recommending against locking out arms or letting weights touch at the top to maintain constant muscle tension. Both stress the importance of proper form and controlled reps to achieve optimal shoulder development while minimizing injury risk. Their advice is grounded in years of elite-level training and competition experience.