Bodyweight Standing Military Press
Expert Advice
Engage your core and glutes to maintain a stable base and straight posture throughout the exercise.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Place your hands at shoulder level, as if you were pressing an imaginary bar.
- Extend your arms above your head, fully straightening your elbows.
- Lower your hands back to shoulder level.
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Muscles Worked
Bodyweight Standing Military Press primarily targets the Shoulders, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders100%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Bodyweight Standing Military Press work?
Bodyweight Standing Military Press primarily targets the Shoulders. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Bodyweight Standing Military Press?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Bodyweight Standing Military Press suitable for beginners?
Bodyweight Standing Military Press is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
