Standing Behind Neck Press

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Instructions:

  • 1Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the barbell
  • 2Slowly lift the barbell up and over your head until your arms are fully extended
  • 3Lower the barbell down to the back of your neck
  • 4Pause for a moment and then lift the barbell back up
  • 5Repeat the exercise as many times as you'd like

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight during the entire exercise
  • When lowering the barbell, make sure you control the movement, don't just let it drop
  • Make sure you're lifting a weight that you can handle safely
  • If you're a beginner, start with a light weight and increase as you get stronger

Standing Behind Neck Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs