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Barbell Standing Close-Grip Military Press

Expert Advice

Keep your elbows in front of your body to protect your shoulder joints and ensure proper muscle activation.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with a close grip.
  2. Start with the barbell at shoulder height, elbows pointing forward.
  3. Brace your core and exhale as you press the barbell overhead.
  4. Lock out your arms at the top, then inhale as you slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Details

Primary
Shoulders
Shoulders40%
Triceps
Triceps30%
Secondary
Chest
Chest15%
Abs
Abs15%
40%Shoulders30%Triceps15%Chest15%Abs
Equipment
Barbell
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength