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Overhead Press

The shoulder press is one of the most classic gym exercises there is, the barbell shoulder press is the king of shoulder exercises and the main strength test for shoulders. it is a compound movement that builds huge amounts of strength and muscle to the upper body. The overhead shoulder press is used in strongman competitions like the worlds strongest man, it is used by beginners right the way up to professional powerlifters.

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The overhead shoulder press will work most of the larger muscles in your upper body including:

  • Pectorals (chest)

  • Deltoids (shoulders)

  • Triceps (arms)

  • Trapezius (upper back)

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Benefits Of Overhead Shoulder Press

  • Strength and size of shoulder muscles

  • Strength and size of triceps

  • Added core stability

  • Added strength to bench press

  • Strength of overall upper body

Overhead Shoulder Press Arnold

​​How To Overhead Shoulder Press

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  • Stand with your entire body tight and upright.

  • Hold a barbell just above your upper chest, placing your hands slightly wider that shoulder width. Press the bar up towards the ceiling while extending your elbows and keeping your core tight and stable.

  • Now slowly lower the barbell back down the same path to the beginning position.

  • Repeat or rerack the weight.

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