Shoulders · Barbell

Swiss Bar Overhead Press

Press overhead with neutral grips, easy on the shoulders, big on the triceps.

Swiss Bar Overhead Press exercise demonstration
ShouldersSecondary: TricepsBarbell

How to do it

  1. Rack the swiss bar at shoulder height using the neutral grip handles.
  2. Squeeze your glutes and brace your core.
  3. Press the bar straight up overhead to lockout.
  4. Lower under control back to your shoulders.

The one cue that matters

Keep your wrists stacked over your elbows and don't let your lower back overarch.

Muscles worked

The Swiss Bar Overhead Press is a Shoulders-first movement, with Triceps working as the supporting cast. Track it consistently and you'll see exactly how it feeds your shoulders volume for the week.

FAQ

What muscles does the Swiss Bar Overhead Press work?

The Swiss Bar Overhead Press primarily works the Shoulders with Triceps assisting.

How heavy should I go?

Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.

How many sets and reps of Swiss Bar Overhead Press?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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