Bottle Weighted Svend Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Svend Press
How to: Bottle Weighted Svend Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight bottle with both hands.
- Position the weight in front of your chest with your elbows bent.
- Press the weight out in front of you, fully extending your arms while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- Return to the starting position by bringing the weight back to your chest.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using excessive weight which can compromise form.
- Allowing elbows to flare out too much.
- Rounding the back during the press.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights for a less intense workout.
- Perform the press seated instead of standing to increase stability.
Tips
- Maintain good posture to avoid straining your back.
- Focus on squeezing your chest muscles during the press.
- Control the movement to prevent dropping the weights too quickly.
Tags
chest
strength
pectoralis
shoulders
triceps
weights