Barbell Overhead Press

Grasp a barbell with an overhand grip, positioning your hands slightly wider than your shoulders.

Remove the barbell from the rack and stand tall, with your feet around hip-width apart. Hold the barbell just below your chin and above your chest, ensuring your elbows are aligned beneath your wrists.

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Exhale as you extend the barbell overhead until your elbows are fully locked. Inhale while carefully lowering the barbell to the starting position.

Muscles Involved:

• Deltoids
• Triceps

• Exhale during the overhead press and inhale when lowering the barbell to its initial position.
• Maintain a tight core to avoid lower back hyperextension throughout the exercise.

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• Allowing the barbell to bounce off your chest.
• Overly flaring your elbows, which can place unnecessary stress on your shoulder joints.

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This exercise is suitable for both strength and hypertrophy training.For strength, aim for 6-8 reps and 3-4 sets.For hypertrophy, aim for 10-15 reps and 3-4 sets.