Demo & instructions
Seated Barbell Overhead Press
Also known as: Seated Barbell Shoulder Press, Seated Barbell Press, Seated Military Press
Instructions
A barbell overhead press done sitting against an upright bench. The back support removes most of the balance work, letting the shoulders and triceps take the full load.
- Movement
- Vertical push
- Type
- Compound
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 4–15 reps
Setup
- 1Set an adjustable bench nearly upright inside the rack and place the bar at about seated eye level.
- 2Sit with your back against the pad and your feet planted firmly on the floor.
- 3Grip the bar just wider than your shoulders with your thumbs wrapped around it.
- 4Lift the bar out and bring it to the top of your chest with your forearms vertical.
Execution
- 1Press the bar straight up, tilting your head back slightly to let it pass your face.
Target
Equipment
Muscles worked
Training use
Strength
Muscle building
Endurance
Conditioning
