Walk into any gym and you will see people pressing dumbbells in every direction. Flat, incline, seated, standing. It's one of the most common upper-body exercises. At some point, every lifter wonders ...

Trainers say a handful of simple exercises—like presses, curls, and push-up variations—effectively build upper-arm strength.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The overhead press does have staying power, however; after all, those early strongmen were onto something ...

If you’re ready to progress your overhead press and try something more challenging, the farmer’s press could be a smart next ...