Seated Machine Shoulder Press
Abs and Core Strength
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1m 8s
Strength exercise for the Shoulder muscle groups and secondary muscles groups your traps and triceps
Movement is upper body vertical push.
Sit forward to ensure your back is arched combined with your foot on the floor you should feel in a strong and solid position to push
Suggest 10 to 15 reps
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Load an appropriate weight onto the pins and adjust the seat for your height.
2. The handles should be near the top of the shoulders at the beginning of the motion.
3. Your chest and head should be up and handles held with a pronated grip.
4. This will be your starting position.
5. Inhale and press the handles upward by extending through the elbow.
6. After a brief pause at the top, return the weight to just above the start position, keeping tension on the muscles by not returning the weight to the stops until the set is complete.
7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Machine Shoulder Press Tips
Don’t allow the head to jut forward excessively.
Drive the bicep to the ear and exhale as you press.
If you sense any pressure in your neck or traps during the movement, look to address a lack of thoracic spine extension or shoulder flexion.
Keeping the elbows slightly bent at the top and not locking out entirely will help to keep tension on the shoulders.