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Barbell Standing Close Grip Military Press

A barbell movement targeting the delts. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · deltsEquipment · barbellCategory · shoulders

Technique

How to perform it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly closer than shoulder-width apart.
  2. Lift the barbell to shoulder height, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  3. Press the barbell overhead, extending your arms fully.
  4. Lower the barbell back to shoulder height.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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