BARBELL PUSH PRESS

Increase the weight you use as the rep count decreases with successive sets.

• Maximum 30 seconds rest between sets
• Reps in the 10–20 range
• Moderate weights

Description:

Targeted Muscle: “Shoulders”

Equipment used: “Barbell”

Other Muscle: “Thighs”

Level: “Beginner”

Force: “Push”

Starting Position: Grab a barbell and hold it with a grip that is a little less than shoulder-width apart

MOVE1: Pull the barbell just above shoulders with elbows close to your body. Bend your knees and lower your body in to a half-squat position.

MOVE2: Press the weight over your head as you press through the heels to explosively stand up. Pause and slowly lower the bar back down to the starting position.

NOTE:

*. Make sure to drive hips upward and perform the lift explosively.

*. Do not hyperextend the lower back at the lockout position.

*. Make sure you finish the top of the press by locking out the elbows.