Barbell Seated Overhead Press (female)

Barbell Seated Overhead Press demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on a bench with a barbell rack, head up and back straight
  • 2Lift the barbell off the rack and hold it slightly above shoulder level
  • 3Exhale and push the barbell upwards until your arms are fully extended
  • 4Inhale and slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat

Tips:

  • Do not lock your elbows when you extend your arms
  • Always keep your back straight and avoid leaning back
  • Do not let the barbell drift too far forward; it should stay above your shoulders
  • Start with a light weight until you get the form correct

Barbell Seated Overhead Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs