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barbell standing close grip military press
barbell standing close grip military press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly closer than shoulder-width apart.
Step 2. Lift the barbell to shoulder height, keeping your elbows close to your body.
Step 3. Press the barbell overhead, extending your arms fully.
Step 4. Lower the barbell back to shoulder height.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
delts
Secondary muscles
tricepsupper back
Primary body parts
shoulders
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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