The barbell push press is a powerful overhead pressing exercise that combines a small leg drive with an upper body press.
It targets the shoulders, triceps and upper chest, while also using the legs, glutes and trunk to generate force and control the movement.
It is often prescribed to build overhead strength, improve power transfer from the lower body to the upper body, and develop coordination for lifting tasks.
Stand with your feet about hip to shoulder-width apart, holding the barbell across the front of your shoulders.
Keep your elbows slightly forward, chest lifted, and wrists stacked comfortably under the bar.
Bend your knees slightly into a shallow dip, keeping your torso upright and heels grounded.
Drive firmly through your legs to stand tall, using this momentum to help press the bar overhead.
Finish with the bar directly above your shoulders, elbows straight, ribs down, and head gently through.
Lower the bar with control back to the front of your shoulders.
Complete repetitions as prescribed by your physiotherapist.
