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EZ-Bar Standing French Press

Expert Advice

Keep your core engaged and maintain a slight bend in your knees to stabilize your body during the exercise.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, holding an EZ-bar with an overhand grip.
  2. Raise the bar overhead with arms fully extended.
  3. Keeping your upper arms stationary, bend your elbows to lower the bar behind your head.
  4. Lower the bar until your forearms are just beyond parallel to the floor.
  5. Extend your arms to return the bar to the starting position, focusing on contracting the triceps.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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Muscles Worked

EZ-Bar Standing French Press primarily targets the Triceps, with Strength mechanics using EZ Barbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.

Primary
Triceps
Triceps100%
Equipment
EZ Barbell
EZ Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength
100%Triceps

Sets & Reps Guidance

Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does EZ-Bar Standing French Press work?
EZ-Bar Standing French Press primarily targets the Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with EZ Barbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for EZ-Bar Standing French 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 EZ-Bar Standing French Press suitable for beginners?
EZ-Bar Standing French 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.