This exercise involves lying on an incline bench and lifting a barbell from shoulder height to above the head, targeting the shoulder muscles. It is a compound exercise that can help improve shoulder strength and stability.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Barbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the anterior (front) deltoids, which are responsible for shoulder flexion and horizontal shoulder adduction
- Improves shoulder strength and stability
- Can help prevent shoulder injuries by strengthening the muscles that support the joint
- Engages the trapezius and serratus anterior muscles, which assist in shoulder movement and stability
- Can be modified to target different areas of the shoulder by adjusting the angle of the bench
How to perform
- Start by lying on an incline bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back firmly against the bench.
- Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- Slowly raise the barbell up towards the ceiling, keeping your arms straight and your elbows slightly bent.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Anterior Deltoid
Primary
Triceps
Primary
Chest
Primary