This exercise involves sitting on a lever machine and pressing the handles upwards to work the shoulder muscles. It is a great exercise for building strength and size in the shoulders.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Machine
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the shoulder muscles, specifically the anterior and medial deltoids
- Helps to improve shoulder strength and stability
- Allows for a controlled and isolated movement, reducing the risk of injury
- Can be adjusted to accommodate different fitness levels and shoulder mobility
- Engages the core muscles for added stability and balance
How to perform
- Adjust the seat height so that the handles are at shoulder level.
- Sit on the machine with your back against the pad and your feet flat on the floor.
- Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and press them upward until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the handles back down to shoulder level and repeat for desired number of repetitions.
- Remember to keep your core engaged and your back against the pad throughout the exercise.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Shoulder
Primary
Triceps
Primary
Traps
Primary