The standing military press is one of the best exercises for upper-body strength and mobility.
Here’s how to do the iconic move safely.
And once youve mastered proper form, youll see major benefits by means of upper body strength and mobility.

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Find a barbell racked in a squat rack at shoulder height.

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Step up to the bar and have it meet your shoulders.
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verify your feet are directly under your hips.
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Knees should be fully extended (but not locked out) with quads actively engaged.
Hips should be pushed forward so they are under your shoulders.
Keep theglutemuscles actively engaged by squeezing them.

confirm the hands are right outside the shoulders.
Also, Shackleton says its important to confirm the elbows are under the bar before you begin to push.
Avoid standing military presses if you experience any of the following… …
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