The dumbbell push press is a full-body power exercise with an emphasis on upper body extension. Begin with the dumbbells at the shoulders in a neutral grip. With the feet flat on the ground between hip- and shoulder-width, flex at the hips and knees simultaneously while keeping the feet flat on the ground. This will load the lower body. Rapidly change direction into hip and knee extension. Once the body reaches maximum extension, the dumbbells will drive up toward the ceiling into an extended po