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Shoulder Press Machine
Difficulty: beginner
Primary Muscles: Shoulders, Deltoids
Secondary Muscles: Triceps, Upper-chest
📝 How to Use
- 1.Adjust seat so handles are at shoulder height
- 2.Sit with back against pad, core engaged
- 3.Grip handles with palms facing forward
- 4.Press handles straight up overhead
- 5.Don't lock elbows at top
- 6.Lower with control back to starting position
✅ Form Tips
- •Keep core tight to protect lower back
- •Press straight up, not forward
- •Don't arch lower back excessively
- •Keep wrists neutral and strong
- •Breathe out as you press up
❌ Common Mistakes
- •Arching back to lift heavier weight
- •Locking out elbows aggressively
- •Bouncing the weight
- •Shrugging shoulders up to ears
🔄 Alternative Machines
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