Overhead Press (Barbell)

Also known as: Overhead Press (Barbell).

Standing barbell press.

How to perform this exercise

1. Stand firmly holding a barbell in front of the shoulders with elbows slightly forward of the bar.
2. Press the load overhead, allowing the shoulder blades to rotate while keeping ribs stacked over the pelvis.
3. Lower under control to the start. Avoid leg drive and excessive lower-back arching.