Lever Seated Shoulder Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Lever Shoulder Press
How to: Lever Seated Shoulder Press
- Sit on the lever machine with your back against the support pad.
- Grip the handles firmly at shoulder level.
- Press upwards until your arms are fully extended without locking your elbows.
- Lower the weight back down to shoulder level in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back during the lift.
- Lifting weights that are too heavy, compromising form.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top of the movement.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to focus on form.
- Perform the exercise seated if you have stability issues.
Tips
- Keep your back pressed firmly against the backrest for support.
- Engage your core to maintain stability throughout the lift.
- Avoid using excessive weight to ensure proper form.
Lever Seated Shoulder Press Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoids
triceps
machine
upper body