ShouldersMachineIntermediate
Reverse Seated Shoulder Press Machine
Learn how to perform Reverse Seated Shoulder Press Machine, a Shoulders exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.
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STEP 1
Setup
Sit facing the machine's backrest, steady your torso, and grasp the handles near shoulder height.
STEP 2
Start phase
Keep your wrists straight and press both handles upward.
STEP 3
End phase
Stop without locking your elbows, then slowly lower the handles to shoulder height.
STEP 4
Target muscles
The main working muscles are the front deltoids, side deltoids. The triceps assist the movement.
STEP 5
Common mistakes
Do not arch your lower back or push your head forward to clear the handles.
STEP 6
Breathing
Exhale as you press up and inhale as you lower.
STEP 7
Coach tip
Use a machine that permits this seating direction and check the handle path and body clearance first.
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