Barbell Shoulder Press

How to do it

1. 01Sit on a bench with back support in a squat rack. Position a barbell at a height that is just above your head. Grab the barbell with a pronated grip (palms facing forward).
2. 02Once you pick up the barbell with the correct grip width, lift the bar up over your head by locking your arms. Hold at about shoulder level and slightly in front of your head. This is your starting position.
3. 03Lower the bar down to the shoulders slowly as you inhale.
4. 04Lift the bar back up to the starting position as you exhale.
5. 05Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Alternatives & substitutions

Same movement pattern, same primary muscles — swap by what you have.