How to do it
Drive through your midfoot and squeeze your glutes to stabilize the press.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart holding an EZ barbell at shoulder height with an overhand grip.
- 2
Press the barbell straight up until your arms are fully extended.
- 3
Pause at the top, then slowly lower the bar back to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your elbows under the bar at all times to maintain proper form and reduce the risk of injury.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hyperextending the lower back at lockout
- ✕Shrugging the shoulders up during the press
- ✕Tilting the head back to follow the bar