deltoidsbarbell
Standing Barbell Press
Standing Barbell Press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Starting Position: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, grip the barbell slightly wider than shoulder-width, and hold it stable across your collarbones (on the front delts) with elbows pointing forward/down.
Step 2. Brace your core and keep the body straight. Inhale deeply, and press the barbell straight up and slightly back.
Step 3. Slightly lean your head back and push until your arms are fully extended, with the barbell positioned directly over your head.
Step 4. Exhale, then slowly and with control, lower the barbell back to the starting position.
Step 5. Note: Throughout the movement, avoid excessive arching of the lower back.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
deltoids
Secondary muscles
tricepstraps
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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