How to perform Behind Neck Press (Barbell)

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Behind Neck Press (Barbell)

Also known as: Behind Neck Press (Barbell).

Overhead press behind neck.

How to perform this exercise

Use a light bar and a comfortable shoulder position: take a wide grip behind the head with a neutral neck.
Press overhead without pushing the head forward or using leg drive.
Lower slowly behind the head only through a comfortable range; a deep neck-level position is not required.

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Understand RPE and RIR

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Progressive overload

Progress through reps, weight, and similar execution.

Using your training log

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