Standing Overhead Press
Push · shoulders · intermediate
Start
FinishHow to do it
Brace core, press bar overhead, finish with biceps near ears.
Muscles worked
Primary: shoulders · Also works: triceps, upper chest
Equipment
Barbell, Dumbbells, Full gym
Common mistakes
- Leaning back excessively
- Pressing in front of face
Variations
- Seated DB press
- Push press
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