French press with a hammer grip

How to perform a hammer grip French press?

The movement is performed by:

• the shoulder muscles (triceps)

Starting position:

With your back on the ball, place your feet hip-width apart. Grasp the dumbbells with a hammer grip and place your hands vertically above your shoulders. Keep your elbows slightly bent.

Movement: Bend your elbows, lowering the dumbbells to the sides of your head. Slowly return to the starting position.

Tips: Stabilize your shoulder joints. The movement is in your elbows. Avoid hyperextending your elbows.

You will need dumbbells for this exercise.