Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | barbell |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp barbell with wide overhand grip and hold it above head with arms slightly flexed. Stand upright, keep knees slightly flexed and hips and waist stable.Execution
Lower barbell to upper chest. Return, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
-![Barbell Shoulder Press, Standing | Starting Position Barbell Shoulder Press, Standing Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/70/1070.jpg)
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![Barbell Shoulder Press, Standing | Ending Position Barbell Shoulder Press, Standing Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/71/1071.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Deltoid, Anterior |
Synergist | Deltoid, Lateral | Triceps Brachii | Trapezius, Middle | Trapezius, Lower | Serratus Anterior |
Stabilizers | Trapezius, Upper | Quadriceps | Gluteus Maximus | Hamstrings |
![Barbell Shoulder Press, Standing | Muscles Front Barbell Shoulder Press, Standing Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/93/593.jpg)
Front
![Barbell Shoulder Press, Standing | Muscles Rear Barbell Shoulder Press, Standing Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/94/594.jpg)
Rear
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