Weighted Floor Inverted Shoulder Press
Muscle Groups: Chest, Shoulders
Weighted Floor Inverted Shoulder Press focuses on Chest, Shoulders, with Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Floor Inverted Shoulder Press with proper form and technique.
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Start by lying on your back on the floor with a weight in each hand, arms fully extended above your chest. Make sure your feet are flat on the floor and your core is engaged.
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Lower the weights slowly towards your shoulders, keeping your elbows at a 45-degree angle to your body. Maintain control and don't let the weights touch the floor.
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Press the weights back up towards the starting position, fully extending your arms without locking your elbows.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Floor Inverted Shoulder Press safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight to protect your lower back during the movement.
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Avoid flaring your elbows out too wide; keep them close to your body for better shoulder safety.
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Control the weights throughout the exercise — don't rush the movements.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Floor Inverted Shoulder Press primarily targets Chest, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Triceps . 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 Weighted Floor Inverted Shoulder Press, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Floor Inverted Shoulder 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.
