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barbell standing french press
barbell standing french 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.
Step 2. Raise the barbell above your head, fully extending your arms.
Step 3. Keeping your upper arms close to your head, slowly lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
Step 4. Pause for a moment, then extend your arms back to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
triceps
Secondary muscles
shoulders
Primary body parts
triceps
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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