How to do it
Let the shoulders fully depress at the bottom before initiating the next rep.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell in front of you with an overhand grip.
- 2
Lift your shoulders straight up towards your ears, keeping your arms straight.
- 3
Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the shoulders back down.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your neck neutral and avoid rolling your shoulders, which can put undue stress on the shoulder joint.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows to heave the weight
- ✕Jerking the bar upward with momentum
- ✕Leaning the torso forward during the lift