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Barbell Overhead Press

ShouldersbarbellMuscleWiki

Coaching Tips

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    Keep elbows under the bar

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    Engage core for stability

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    Control the bar on the way down

Common Mistakes to Avoid

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    Leaning back

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    Not using full range of motion

Muscles Targeted

Primary
Secondary
Stabilizers
ShouldersTriceps
Primary: Shoulders
Secondary: Triceps

Quick Info

Type
Compound

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