Overhead Press

Press safely with AI analysis. Ensure full lockout and a vertical bar path.

Instructions

• Hold bar/dumbbells at shoulder level.
• Brace core and squeeze glutes.
• Press weights straight up overhead.
• Lock out elbows at the top.
• Lower back to shoulders under control.

Common Mistakes

• Arching lower back
• Pressing weight forward
• Using legs (push press)
• Flaring elbows too wide

Benefits

• Shoulder Strength
• Core Stability
• Upper Body Power

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