Strength

Seated Barbell Overhead Press

The Seated Barbell Overhead Press is a shoulder and upper back exercise that improves strength, stability, and posture by lifting a barbell overhead while seated.

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Seated Barbell Overhead Press instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Begin by sitting on a bench with a back support, placing a barbell on your thighs.

2

With a pronated grip (palms facing forward), lift the barbell up to shoulder level.

3

Push the bar upwards over your head until your arms are fully extended.

4

Slowly bring the bar back down to your shoulder level in a controlled manner.

5

Repeat the movement for the desired number of reps, making sure not to arch your back or lift your buttocks off the bench.

Begin by sitting on a bench with a back support, placing a barbell on your thighs.

With a pronated grip (palms facing forward), lift the barbell up to shoulder level.

Push the bar upwards over your head until your arms are fully extended.

Slowly bring the bar back down to your shoulder level in a controlled manner.

Repeat the movement for the desired number of reps, making sure not to arch your back or lift your buttocks off the bench.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Back

Front

Strength distributions

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