How to do it
Grip the bar with hands just outside shoulder width.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding the barbell at shoulder height with a pronated grip.
- 2
Brace your core and glutes, and press the barbell overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- 3
Lower the barbell back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your elbows under the bar throughout the movement to ensure proper form and shoulder stability.
Common mistakes
- ✕Arching the lower back during the press
- ✕Pressing the bar forward instead of overhead
- ✕Bending the knees to drive the bar upward