Strict Press
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Strict Press focuses on Shoulders, with Chest, Triceps, Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Strict Press with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a barbell in the front rack position with your elbows pointing forward.
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Ensure your core is braced and your glutes are squeezed to create a stable base.
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Press the barbell straight overhead by extending your arms, keeping your head slightly back to clear the bar's path.
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Continue pressing until your arms are fully extended and the barbell is directly over your shoulders, hips, and heels.
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Lower the barbell back to the front rack position with control, reversing the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Strict Press primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Chest, Triceps, Traps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Strict Press, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Strict Press, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
