# Overhead Shoulder Press <center><div class="videoWrapper"> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_RlRDWO2jfg" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div></center> ## Physiology - Shoulder Flexion: Anterior Deltoid, Upper Pec - Elbow Extension: Triceps Brachii - Scapular Upward Rotation: Upper Trapezius ## Basics - Basic, multijoint barbell movement allowing for easy progressive overload - Good general strength exercise with great ROM - Moderate to Heavy load, 5-10 reps ## Technique - Slightly wider than shoulder-width grip, elbows underneath the bar pointing outside (45 degrees), externally rotated shoulders - Flex glutes, deep breath into gut, press while holding breath straight up ## Errors - Not using full ROM - Touch and go reps - Glutes not flexed