Form cues
- Keep core tight
- Press in a straight line
- Avoid arching lower back
- Lock elbows at the top
Exercise
Military Press
Shoulders, barbell
A standing barbell press that builds overall shoulder strength and stability.
Target: deltoids. Also works: triceps brachii, trapezius, upper pectorals.
Steps
- Stand with feet hip-width apart and barbell at shoulder height.
- Grip the bar with hands just outside shoulder-width.
- Brace your core and squeeze your glutes.
- Press the barbell overhead to full arm extension.
- Lower the bar slowly back to shoulders.
Common mistakes
- Leaning back excessively
- Bouncing the bar off shoulders
- Flaring elbows too wide
- Not bringing bar below chin
Breathing
Exhale as you press up, inhale as you lower down.
In the app, search for Military Press and add it to a workout.