Barbell Push Press

Exercise for shoulders and triceps

Barbell Push Press Illustration

Exercise execution guide

Starting position

Stand upright with a barbell resting on your upper chest and shoulders and elbows pointed out in front of you. Feet should be shoulder width apart.

Execution

Bend knees slightly and then drive upwards, pushing the barbell straight up in the air and finishing with arms extended above your head. Pause, and then return to starting position.

Equipment required

Barbell

Main muscles

Shoulders

Secondary muscles

Triceps