Standing Barbell Shoulder Press
- Hold a barbell with an overhand grip in a standing position. Your feet should be shoulder-width apart. Maintain a tight core and flat lower back throughout.
- Bring the barbell to shoulder height with your palms facing out. Begin by pushing the barbell straight overhead. Focus on contracting the shoulders while driving the glutes forward for stability.
- Once you reach the top, slowly bring the barbell to the starting position but do not allow it to rest on your shoulders. Immediately, move into the next repetition.
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Standing barbell shoulder press is a gym exercise that targets shoulders and also works abs and glutes & hip flexors. Use the illustration and instructions above to learn how to perform this exercise with proper form. Related exercises that work similar muscle groups include Resistance band squat and overhead press, single arm front raises and water bottle squat thrusters. Browse our free illustrated exercise directory for more exercises.
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