Lever Seated Hammer-Grip Shoulder Press
Expert Advice
Ensure proper seat adjustment and keep your back flat against the pad to prevent excessive arching of your lower back.
How-to-do Steps
- Sit on the leverage machine with your back flat against the pad.
- Grasp the handles with a neutral grip (palms facing each other).
- Press the handles upward until your arms are fully extended but not locked.
- Lower the handles back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Lever Seated Hammer-Grip Shoulder Press primarily targets the Shoulders, with Strength mechanics using Leverage Machine. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders60%
Secondary
Chest20%
Abs10%
Triceps10%
Equipment
Leverage Machine
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Lever Seated Hammer-Grip Shoulder Press work?
Lever Seated Hammer-Grip Shoulder Press primarily targets the Shoulders. Secondary muscles involved include Chest, Abs, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Leverage Machine.
How many sets and reps should I do for Lever Seated Hammer-Grip Shoulder 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 Lever Seated Hammer-Grip Shoulder Press suitable for beginners?
Lever Seated Hammer-Grip Shoulder 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.
