Barbell seated behind head military press
The barbell seated behind head military press is a compound exercise targeting the deltoid muscles. It involves pressing a barbell overhead while seated, with the barbell starting behind the head. This exercise requires significant shoulder mobility and stability.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Advanced
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain stability.
- Do not lower the barbell too far behind your head to avoid shoulder strain.
- Use a spotter if lifting heavy weights.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- rotator cuff injuries
- limited shoulder mobility
Also known as
Military press dietro la testa con bilanciere, seated behind-the-neck press, press behind the neck, shoulder press, behind the neck press