Standing Military Press

Standing Military Press

Exercise Data
Main Muscle Worked: Shoulders
Other Muscles Worked: Triceps
Equipment: Barbell
Mechanics Type: Compound

Tips: Raise barbell to your chest with your hands shoulder width apart. Lock your legs and hips. Keep your elbows in, slightly under your bar. Press bar to arm's length overhead. Lower to your upper chest or chin (depending on what is comfortable). Some experts believe lowering the bar to your chest is too low and strains the shoulders too much. Can also be done seated or with dumbbells.