Movements

Strict press

Barbell

Press the bar overhead with no leg drive.

How it’s done

  1. Bar on your front shoulders, elbows slightly in front of the bar.
  2. Squeeze glutes and abs, press the bar up and slightly back.
  3. Move your head through at the top, ears between the arms.

Coaching tips

No knee bend. A stacked rib cage keeps your lower back safe.

Scaling options

Dumbbell press, seated press, lighter load.

Not sure about a movement? Ask a coach before you start, and scale it to what feels right today.