Weighted Plate Standing Overhead Press

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Instructions:

  • 1Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2Hold the weighted plate in both hands at your chest
  • 3Extend your arms to lift the plate above your head
  • 4Pause at the top then lower the plate back to your chest
  • 5Repeat for your desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to maintain balance
  • Avoid locking your elbows at the top of the lift
  • Ensure that the movement is controlled both when lifting and lowering the plate
  • Keep your back straight and avoid leaning back when lifting the weight

Weighted Plate Standing Overhead Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs