No matter what variation of the overhead press you do (military press, barbell overhead press, dumbbell overhead press, etc.) you’ll primarily target the trio of muscles listed above—but it ...

The overhead press is a classic compound movement and it effectively targets all three shoulder muscles. Overhead presses can be done with a barbell or dumbbells.

If you’re seeking stronger arms and shoulders, the overhead press should be in your gym rotation. This move is a great way to strengthen your shoulder muscles in a way that also challenges your ...

By pushing the feet against the ground, the body is stabilised by the hips, legs and trunk muscles, while the upper body muscles (shoulders, arms and upper chest) press the barbell overhead.

Overhead Barbell Pass Also known as the alternating javelin press, this is one of the most technical and innovative shoulder exercises I've come across.

The strict barbell overhead press is a glorious lift, but as we work on it this month, it’s good to know there are other options. Maybe you don’t have a barbell. Maybe you don’t have high ...

Best exercises: The core of the 5x5 programme revolves around compound exercises including: Squats, Bench Press, Overhead Press, Barbell Rows, and Deadlift (Image: Canva) Are you ready to ace your ...

Why? While you may not be able to lift as much total weight as with the barbell overhead press, this exercise activates more stabilising muscles than the barbell overhead press.

The overhead press is a classic strongman exercise, and great for strength training and building muscle, too. Here are the muscles it works, and how to do it.