Shoulders
Standing Barbell Press Behind Neck


An overhead press where the bar travels behind your head, challenging the shoulders and upper back.
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
Estimate ±25 %: muscles worked (from the exercise data), sets, reps, rest and your body. See the planner for whole sessions.
Setup
- 1Set the bar on your upper back and take a wide overhand grip.
- 2Stand tall with your core braced.
How to perform
- 1Press the bar straight up overhead.
- 2Lock your arms at the top.
- 3Lower the bar under control to behind your neck.
- 4Keep your head forward and spine neutral.























