Tutorial: Barbell military press

Barbell military press

Target: Shoulders, back, chest, core

Form tips:

• Think rotation, not elevation – your shoulders should rotate upward rather than lifting up your traps.
• Maintain an engaged core.
• If you are a beginner, close your fists when gripping the bar so it doesn't slip.

Modification – Dumbbell seated shoulder press:

• If you find the military press position tough, start with a seated dumbbell press and focus on engaging your core and keeping your shoulders down.