Exercise library
Shoulders
Barbell Overhead Press
- Primary muscle
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Triceps, Core
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Movement pattern
- Vertical push
- Role in a program
- Anchor lift
How to do it
Stand with the bar racked at collarbone height and grip just outside shoulder width. Brace the core and press the bar overhead until the arms lock out, moving the head slightly back then forward. Lower under control to the front of the shoulders.
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Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the shoulders — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Barbell Front RaiseBarbellVertical push
- Barbell Push PressBarbellVertical push
- Barbell Upright RowBarbellVertical push
- Behind-the-Neck PressBarbellVertical push
- Seated Barbell Overhead PressBarbellVertical push
- Arnold PressDumbbellVertical push
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the shoulders: