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Barbell Behind The Neck Press

ShouldersTricepsbarbellMuscleWiki

Coaching Tips

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    Keep core tight

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    Press straight up

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    Breathe out on the press

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    Lower under control

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    Avoid arching the back

Common Mistakes to Avoid

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    Arching back during press

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    Pressing too far forward

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    Not controlling the descent

Muscles Targeted

Primary
Secondary
ShouldersTricepsCore
Primary: Shoulders, Triceps
Secondary: Core

Quick Info

Type
Isolation

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