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Machine Military Press

A compound shoulder exercise using a machine to target the deltoids and triceps through controlled overhead pressing movements with guided resistance.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Sit in the military press machine with your back against the pad. Grasp the handles and press them overhead by extending your arms while maintaining proper form. Lower the weights back to the starting position with control.

Starting Position

Begin seated in the military press machine with your back against the pad, hands grasping the handles, and core engaged.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position with handles at shoulder level, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Keep your back against the pad, press overhead, control the movement, maintain proper form

Common Mistakes

Using momentum, not maintaining proper form, rushing the movement, arching the back

Progression Tips

Increase weight, add more repetitions, perform single-arm variations, or add pause at top.

Regression Tips

Use lighter weight, perform with dumbbells, or reduce range of motion.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience pain in the shoulders, neck, or lower back. Maintain proper form to avoid injury. Focus on controlled movement rather than heavy weight.