Overhead Press Training and Progressions
Reviewed by
Valerie Zeller
How to train Overhead Press
Gradually increase repetitions in Overhead Press. The average number of reps in Overhead Press is 30 for men and 25 for women. In order to advance your bench press follow these tips:
Try adding weight.
Switch to a harder variation of Overhead Press.
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Overhead Press
Classification
Type(s) | Strength, Crossfit, Weightlifting |
Muscles Worked | Triceps Brachii, Deltoids, Erector Spinae, Lateral Deltoids, Pectoralis Major |
Difficulty Level(s) | Easy, Simple |
Equipment | Barbell |
Location | At Gym |
Muscles Worked
Target muscle(s) | Triceps, Deltoids, Rear Deltoids, Upper Pecs |
Synergyst muscle(s) | Spinal Erectors |