Barbell Seated Bradford Rocky Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Serratus Anterior, Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Lateral
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Bradford Press, Barbell Seated Press
How to: Barbell Seated Bradford Rocky Press
- Sit on a bench with a barbell resting on your thighs.
- Grip the barbell with hands slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- Lift the barbell to shoulder height, palms facing forward.
- Press the barbell overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the barbell back to shoulder height and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back while pressing.
- Letting elbows drop too low.
- Using too much weight, which compromises form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated on a bench with back support.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged during the press.
- Ensure that your elbows are slightly in front of your body when pressing.
- Control the weight during both the upward and downward phases to avoid injury.
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Tags
shoulders
strength
barbell
deltoids
triceps
upper body