How to do it
Keep your glutes firmly on the seat for the entire press.
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Adjust the seat of the leverage machine so that the handles are at shoulder height.
- 2
Sit down and grip the handles with both hands.
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Press the handles upward until your arms are fully extended, but without locking your elbows.
- 4
Slowly lower the handles back to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your core engaged and maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement to prevent arching your back, which can lead to lower back strain.
Common mistakes
- ✕Locking the elbows at the top
- ✕Pressing one handle up before the other
- ✕Flaring the elbows wide on the press