Lever Seated Hammer Grip Shoulder Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Triceps Brachii, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Hammer Grip Shoulder Press
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Lever Seated Hammer Grip Shoulder Press
- Adjust the seat of the leverage machine to your height.
- Sit down and place your feet flat on the ground.
- Take hold of the handles with a neutral grip.
- Press the handles upward until your arms are fully extended without locking elbows.
- Lower the handles back to shoulder height.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back during the press.
- Using too much weight causing strain.
- Not controlling the weight on the way down.
Modifications
- Adjust the seat height to ensure proper range of motion.
- Use a lighter weight to focus on form.
Tips
- Keep your back flat against the machine.
- Engage your core throughout the exercise.
- Do not lock your elbows at the top of the movement.
Lever Seated Hammer Grip Shoulder Press Alternatives
Tags
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strength
press
deltoids
gym
weight machine
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