Wide Grip Overhead Press (Barbell)

Also known as: Wide Grip Overhead Press (Barbell).

Standing barbell overhead press with a deliberately wide overhand grip and no leg drive.

How to perform this exercise

1. Stand firmly with feet around hip width. Hold the barbell overhand with a deliberately wider-than-shoulder grip in front of the upper chest.
2. Brace the abdomen and glutes and press the bar overhead, allowing the shoulder blades to move.
3. Keep the knees still and avoid excessive lower-back arching. Do not force an uncomfortable grip width.
4. Lower the bar under control in front of the shoulders.