Seated Barbell Military Press
The Seated Barbell Military Press is a compound strength exercise performed with a barbell. It primarily targets the shoulders, with the triceps working as a secondary muscle. Suitable for intermediate lifters.
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Level
intermediateMechanic
compoundEquipment
barbellCategory
strength
Instructions
- Sit on a bench with back support, holding a barbell at shoulder height.
- Grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Press the bar straight overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the bar back to shoulder height with control.
- Keep your core tight and avoid arching your back excessively.