Beginner
Machine shoulder press
A guided overhead press, easy to load and safe to push hard.
- Works
- Front shoulders, Side shoulders, Triceps
- Equipment
- Shoulder press machine
How to do it
- 1Adjust the seat so the handles are at shoulder height.
- 2Sit with your back against the pad and grip the handles.
- 3Press up until your arms are straight but not locked.
- 4Lower the handles slowly back to shoulder height.
Coach's tips
- Keep your lower back against the pad. Don't arch to finish a rep.
Shoulder press machine taken? Do this instead
Same muscles, different equipment. Closest match first.