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Machine exercise

Machine shoulder press

Press resistance vertically from shoulder level to overhead. Press the handles overhead along the machine path and lower under control.

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Movement
Vertical push
Difficulty
Intermediate
Mechanics
Compound
Posture
Standing

Muscles involved

Equipment and setup

Required: Shoulder press machine.

  • Stack the ribs over the pelvis.
  • Begin with the hands near shoulder height.

How to perform the movement

  1. Press upward without leaning back.
  2. Reach a stable overhead position.
  3. Lower to the start.

Technique cues

  • Keep the forearms vertical.
  • Avoid shrugging excessively.

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