military press

Definitions

An exercise in which one raises a dumbbell above the head while keeping the feet together.

Examples

“Elbow position is critical when you’re doing the military press⟳, and it’s often misunderstood.”

“If you want⟳ a shoulder press⟳ that forces your core to work⟳ even harder – therefore demanding that you have⟳ your form⟳ absolutely perfect when you do military presses – try⟳ the suitcase press⟳.”

“When you do, keep⟳ in mind⟳ that the standing military press⟳ is one of the best upper-body exercises you can do to improve⟳ strength in your arms, shoulders, back, and chest, while still also impacting other areas of the body to provide⟳ a full-body workout.”

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