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Shoulders

Standing Barbell Press Behind Neck

Standing Barbell Press Behind Neck (Start)Standing Barbell Press Behind Neck (End)

An overhead press where the bar travels behind your head, challenging the shoulders and upper back.

Primary musclesShoulders
Secondary musclesTriceps

Energy burned

≈ 21 kcalFor 3 × 8–12, rest 90s · ≈ 3.6 kcal/min

Estimate range 16–26 kcal (±25 %)

Muscle mass worked8 %
Effort during a set5.8 MET
Your lean mass53.5 kgBody fat estimated from BMI and age

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Setup

  1. 1Set the bar on your upper back and take a wide overhand grip.
  2. 2Stand tall with your core braced.

How to perform

  1. 1Press the bar straight up overhead.
  2. 2Lock your arms at the top.
  3. 3Lower the bar under control to behind your neck.
  4. 4Keep your head forward and spine neutral.

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