Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Z Press, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Deltoids |
| Also | Triceps brachii, Rectus abdominis, Upper back |
Setup
Bar on low pins in a rack, sit between the legs of the rack.
How to do it well
- Sit on the floor with legs straight
- Press the bar overhead, chest tall
- Keep the lower back from rounding
Common mistakes
- Leaning back to start the press
- Rounding when the hamstrings are tight
Similar exercises
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.