Standing behind neck press
The standing behind neck press is a compound exercise targeting the deltoid muscles. It involves pressing a barbell from behind the neck to overhead while standing. This exercise requires good shoulder mobility and stability.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain stability.
- Do not lower the barbell too far down to avoid shoulder strain.
- Use a grip slightly wider than shoulder-width.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- rotator cuff injuries
- neck pain
Also known as
Lento dietro in piedi, standing barbell behind the neck press, standing barbell press behind the neck, shoulder press, barbell shoulder press, behind the neck press