Shoulders / Beginner / Compound (multi-joint)

Anti-Gravity Press

A barbell exercise for the front delts, with the upper back, upper traps and triceps assisting.

At a glance

Primary

Front delts

Secondary

Upper back (rhomboids, mid/lower traps), Upper traps, Triceps

Equipment

Barbell

Movement pattern

Overhead push

Level

Beginner

Type

Shoulders, Compound (multi-joint)

How to do it

1. Place a bar on the ground behind the head of an incline bench.
2. Lay on the bench face down. With a pronated grip, pick the barbell up from the floor. Flex the elbows, performing a reverse curl to bring the bar near your chest. This will be your starting position.
3. To begin, press the barbell out in front of your head by extending your elbows. Keep your arms parallel to the ground throughout the movement.
4. Return to the starting position and repeat to complete the set.

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