The Shoulder Press

The muscles used in this exercise are the Deltoids, Triceps and Trapezius.

• Adjust the weight on the weight stack.
• Sit yourself on the machine and adjust the seat height so the bar is just above your shoulders.
• Ensure the back is upright.
• Take an overhand grip on the bar with the hands positioned about one and a half times shoulder width apart.
• Keep the wrists straight, knuckles up and the elbows pointing down.
• Push the foot bar down if the machine has one to get started.
• Then extend the arms, breathing out, until they are straight but not locked out.
• Make sure you don't arch your back as you do this movement.
• Return the bar under control to the starting position without allowing the weight to touch the weight stack.
• Repeat for the desired number of repetitions making the action smooth and continuous.