How to Overhead Press with Proper Form
The overhead press builds overhead strength and stability. Setup: Rack bar at shoulder height, grip slightly wider than shoulders. Unrack to front rack position, elbows slightly forward of the bar. Brace core and squeeze glutes. Press bar up in a slight arc—close to face at bottom, overhead at lockout. Bar finishes over mid-foot with head pushed forward through 'window.' Don't use leg drive; that's a push press, not a strict press.
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