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Shoulder Press – Lift Heavier to Build Shoulder Muscles

May 24, 2020 by Terry Clark

How do you lift heavier weight with the shoulder press? A complete and rounded set of shoulders can give any physique a thick and sturdy look. Unfortunately, many weightlifters focus on building their chests and arms. Often they ignore one of the most outstanding muscle groups, the shoulders.

The shoulder press is a weightlifting exercise that primarily targets the muscles of the shoulders. You can do the shoulder press with either a barbell or dumbbells and perform it either standing or seated. While massive shoulders can be challenging to develop, focus on the movement that gives you the most bang for your buck, the shoulder press.

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How does the shoulder press benefit bodybuilders?

The shoulder press is crucial for bodybuilders as it helps build strong, defined shoulders. The shoulder press exercise activates the deltoid muscles in the shoulders and the triceps in the arms. It also works the upper back’s trapezius muscles and the neck’s sternocleidomastoid muscle. As well as adding size, the shoulder press will also help improve your posture and prevent injuries in the long term.

By working all three heads of the deltoid muscle, the shoulder press provides good stability and balance for other exercises, such as the bench press. In addition, the shoulder press helps strengthen the rotator cuff muscles, which are vital for maintaining healthy shoulders. When performing the shoulder press, it is essential to use a weight to control slowly. Also, this will help minimize the risk of injury and maximize the benefits of the exercise.

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How does the shoulder press compare to other compound exercises?

The shoulder press is a compound exercise that targets the shoulders, triceps, and chest. Compared to other compound exercises, the shoulder press is a more isolated exercise that primarily targets the shoulder muscles. However, the shoulder press also engages the triceps and chest muscles, making it more comprehensive. Also, the shoulder press is a relatively simple exercise, making it a good option for beginners.

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Proper Form –

The shoulder press is a classic shoulder exercise proven to deliver nothing short of spectacular results. Learn the proper exercise technique to avoid injuring your shoulders and develop those powerful deltoids. Start by resting the loaded barbell on a rack in a safe position. Then, please walk up to the bar and support it by pressing it against the front of your body on your shoulders and upper chest. Next, take the barbell off its support and move back from any obstructions, so you have enough space to lift.

You can use a regular overhand grip with your hands on the bar wider than your shoulders. Your foot stance should be about shoulder-width apart, with your toes pointing slightly outward. Also, the elbows should cross under the bar to be on the opposite side of the bar to your body. The elbows should be visible on the other side of the bar when you look straight ahead. Next, lift your chest and keep your head straight and facing forward. Maintaining this position allows you to lift the weight without excessive strain on your neck and helps keep your back straight.

Secondary Muscles –

Flex and contract your glutes and abs to increase stability as you push the bar up, allowing you to drive with more force. Your press upwards should be explosive as you press in a straight line. Once the barbell passes your forehead, lean your body forward slightly. Also, this will help maintain your balance as you continue the upward movement of the overhead press. Avoid arching your back. Once you lock your elbows, complete the lift with your arms extended straight above you. Getting into this locked position will automatically force your chin to drop slightly towards the top of your chest. Make sure you continue to look straight ahead.

Once you have held the bar in the locked position above your head, lower it back down to where it started. Flex your elbows out of their locked position and then slightly lean your body back to its original position while retracting your head to allow the bar to pass past it. Now bring the bar back down in a slow, controlled movement back to its starting position in front of your shoulders and prepare for the next rep.

When lifting heavier weight with the shoulder press, always choose the standing shoulder press over the seated press. Pushing heavy weights above your head while standing requires more balancing from your core and involves and activates many more muscles. If heavy dumbbells are available, the standing dumbbell shoulder press will trigger even more muscles from your core!

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Weightlifting Belt –

A weightlifting belt helps stabilize the torso and create a more solid base from which to press. Also, this can help reduce the risk of injury and allow you to lift greater loads. Also, a weightlifting belt can help increase intra-abdominal pressure, further supporting the torso and spine.

The last word on how to use a shoulder press to build shoulder muscles

The shoulders help perform the following exercises: the military press, dumbbell presses, and dumbbell flyes. The shoulder muscles also work isometrically to keep the arms in position during other activities, such as the bench press, squat, and deadlift. The shoulder press can be highly effective for building muscle and strength when done correctly.

You can achieve impressive results relatively quickly using proper form and slowly increasing the weight lifted. In addition, by keeping your core engaged and your back straight, you’ll be able to lift more weight and achieve better results. So give this lift a try in your next workout and see how much heavier you can go! Have you tried incorporating the shoulder press into your workout routine? Let us know in the comments below so others can benefit from your experience!

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