How to do it
Use the angled sections of the bar to keep your wrists neutral.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding an EZ barbell in front of you with an overhand grip.
- 2
Lift the barbell straight up to your chin, keeping it close to your body.
- 3
Pause at the top with your elbows high.
- 4
Lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Lead with your elbows and keep them higher than your forearms to target the shoulders effectively.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bar drifting away from the torso
- ✕Jerking the weight upward with momentum
- ✕Leaning back as the bar rises