Barbell standing bradford press
The barbell standing Bradford press is a shoulder exercise that involves pressing a barbell back and forth over the head without fully locking out the elbows. This movement targets the deltoids and requires significant shoulder mobility and stability.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Maintain a slight bend in the elbows throughout the movement.
- Keep the core engaged to stabilize the spine.
- Avoid using excessive weight to prevent shoulder strain.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- rotator cuff injuries
- severe shoulder instability
Also known as
Bradford press con bilanciere in piedi, bradford press, shoulder press, bilanciere spalle