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Compound · Vertical push
Barbell Overhead Press
Barbell Overhead Press is a multi-joint overhead press centered on the shoulders. Keep your trunk braced, press overhead without shrugging early, and finish each rep at a complete lockout. Your triceps and core assist throughout the movement.
Primary muscles
Shoulders
Secondary muscles
Triceps and Core
Equipment
Barbell
Movement pattern
Vertical push
Type
Compound (multi-joint)
Substitutions
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Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Same vertical push pattern · also trains the shoulders.
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Machine Shoulder Press
Same vertical push pattern · also trains the shoulders.
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Barbell Push Press
Same vertical push pattern · also trains the shoulders.
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