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Shoulders

Barbell Overhead Press

StrengthIntermediate

Form

Squeeze glutes and abs. Press the bar close to your face until you lock out overhead.

Muscles worked

Main
Shoulders
Also works
Triceps, Upper back

Equipment

Barbell

Joint care

Puts more demand on: shoulder, lower back. If it bothers you there, Pulsiko swaps it for a gentler alternative in your plan.

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Barbell Overhead Press: video, form and muscles worked · Pulsiko