Machine Shoulder Press

Muscles: Shoulders, Triceps

Set up the machine

1. Seat so the handles start at shoulder height
2. Back flat against the pad
3. Feet flat on the floor

Form tips

• Set the seat so the handles start at shoulder height
• Back flat against the pad
• Press up without shrugging
• Lower under control without resting on the stack

Common mistakes

• Seat too low, so the shoulders start in a poor position
• Bouncing the weight at the bottom

Alternatives

• Dumbbell Shoulder Press
• Overhead Press

More shoulders exercises

Used in

• Machine Full Body A/B
• Machine Start