barbell standing close grip military press
A shoulders exercise targeting the delts, performed with barbell.
How to do barbell standing close grip military press
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly closer than shoulder-width apart.
Lift the barbell to shoulder height, keeping your elbows close to your body.
Press the barbell overhead, extending your arms fully.
Lower the barbell back to shoulder height.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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