excellent shoulder mobility and development exercise
emphasizes front delts under stretch, with a bit of lateral delts
builds overhead strength with unique shoulder position
Execution
Sit on a bench with back support or stand with feet shoulder-width apart. Unrack
the barbell and position it behind your neck, resting on your traps. Grip the
bar with hands wider than shoulder-width apart. Brace your trunk.
press the bar directly upward from behind your neck
keep your elbows under the bar throughout the movement
fully extend your arms at the top position
lower the bar with control back to your traps
maintain a stable trunk throughout the movement
This movement requires good shoulder mobility. Start with lighter weights to
adapt your shoulders to the unique position.
Purpose
excellent shoulder mobility and development exercise
emphasizes front delts under stretch, with a bit of lateral delts
builds overhead strength with unique shoulder position
Execution
Sit on a bench with back support or stand with feet shoulder-width apart. Unrack
the barbell and position it behind your neck, resting on your traps. Grip the
bar with hands wider than shoulder-width apart. Brace your trunk.
press the bar directly upward from behind your neck
keep your elbows under the bar throughout the movement
fully extend your arms at the top position
lower the bar with control back to your traps
maintain a stable trunk throughout the movement
This movement requires good shoulder mobility. Start with lighter weights to
adapt your shoulders to the unique position.