Overhead Barbell Press
Today I would be starting a new series that should cover your entire weekly routine for males and females. Starting out with the upper body, I recommend you start your week with the shoulder, back and tricep muscle groups. The ancient overhead barbell press has been here for ages as the foremost program to build the shoulders and upper back. It also builds your triceps and strengthens your legs. Hence, this is a compound program. I think it is sometimes called the military press because it's been an 'ingredient' for training in regiment camps. Start your upper body program with overhead barbell press for shoulders. Here's what you should know about lifting the weights: Your knees should be slightly bent as if you are to squat but in this case you only bend halfway through. Your legs should be spread out so you are well balanced as this routine requires strength even for light weights. Your head is faced forward as you lift the weight and chest broadened outward....