Barbell Overhead Press: how to do it and form tips

The primary barbell movement for building shoulder size and pressing strength. Hits all three delt heads.

Form tips

Brace your core and squeeze your glutes.
Press the bar straight up, moving your head out of the way.
Lock out fully overhead with ears visible.

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