Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press
How strong is your Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press? Compare your lift against population strength standards and estimate your 1RM.
Strength standards (× bodyweight)
| Strength standards | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | 0.15× | — |
| Novice | 0.25× | — |
| Intermediate | 0.4× | — |
| Advanced | 0.55× | — |
| Elite | 0.7× | — |
Muscles worked
Open the strength calculator →Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press FAQ
What is a good Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press?
Strength is measured as a multiple of your bodyweight: a beginner Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press is around 0.15× bodyweight for men, an intermediate lifter reaches about 0.4× bodyweight for men, an elite Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press is roughly 0.7× bodyweight for men. See the table above for every tier for men and women.
How do I calculate my Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press one-rep max?
Enter the weight you lifted and how many reps you completed into the strength calculator. It estimates your one-rep max and shows which tier — from beginner to elite — your Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press falls into.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press?
The Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press is a dumbbell exercise. You can log it and track your progress against strength standards in the free calculator.