Barbell Standing Wide Military Press

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Learn how to do the Barbell Standing Wide Military Press with proper form and technique. This barbell exercise primarily targets your Delts, with secondary emphasis on Triceps, Upper Back.

Barbell Standing Wide Military Press exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Barbell Standing Wide Military Press

Follow these steps to perform the Barbell Standing Wide Military Press with correct form:

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width.
  2. 2Lift the barbell to shoulder height, keeping your elbows slightly in front of the bar.
  3. 3Press the barbell overhead, extending your arms fully.
  4. 4Lower the barbell back to shoulder height and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Barbell Standing Wide Military Press Muscles Worked

Primary

delts

Secondary

tricepsupper back

Exercise Details

Equipment
barbell
Body Part
shoulders
Category
Extended

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Barbell Standing Wide Military Press work?

The Barbell Standing Wide Military Press primarily targets your Delts. Secondary muscles worked include Triceps, Upper Back. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your shoulders.

What equipment do I need for the Barbell Standing Wide Military Press?

The Barbell Standing Wide Military Press requires barbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Barbell Standing Wide Military Press with proper form?

Start by stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width.. Lift the barbell to shoulder height, keeping your elbows slightly in front of the bar. Press the barbell overhead, extending your arms fully. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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