Shoulders Primary Muscle Group for Exercise Demonstration

Primary Muscle: Shoulders

Equipment: Barbell

Level: Intermediate

Purpose: To target the anterior and medial heads of the deltoid muscle.

Execution: From a seated position on a bench set to 90⁰, grasp a barbell with a medium grip (slightly wider than shoulder width) with your palms facing forward. Keeping your scapula retracted and wrists straight, press the barbell straight up overhead until your arms are fully extended but not locked out. Squeeze at the peak contraction before lowering the barbell slowly to the start position.