Barbell standing close grip military press

Barbell standing close grip military press

Difficulty

Intermediate

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Delts

Secondary Muscles

triceps, upper back

Equipment

Barbell

Body Part

Shoulders

The barbell standing close grip military press is a compound strength exercise targeting the deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the triceps and upper back. It is performed by pressing a barbell overhead from shoulder height with a close grip, requiring core stability and shoulder strength.

The barbell standing close grip military press is a compound strength exercise targeting the deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the triceps and upper back. It is performed by pressing a barbell overhead from shoulder height with a close grip, requiring core stability and shoulder strength.

The barbell standing close grip military press is a compound strength exercise targeting the deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the triceps and upper back. It is performed by pressing a barbell overhead from shoulder height with a close grip, requiring core stability and shoulder strength.

How to Do the Barbell standing close grip military press

How to Do the Barbell standing close grip military press

How to Do the Barbell standing close grip military press

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly closer than shoulder-width apart. Lift the barbell to shoulder height, keeping your elbows close to your body. Press the barbell overhead, extending your arms fully. Lower the barbell back to shoulder height. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Related Exercises

Related Exercises

Barbell rear delt raise

Barbell upright row v. 3

Barbell thruster

Weighted round arm

Smith upright row

Barbell standing front raise over head

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