So far, we've reviewed squats, lunges, chest press, lat pulldown, hamstring curl, seated row, step up and chest fly. Next up, the leg press and overhead shoulder press. Leg press: Leg press machines ...

The barbell overhead press is one of the purest expressions of upper-body strength. It builds the shoulders, triceps, and upper chest, but it also challenges coordination, posture, and stability from ...

What it's supposed to do: Train shoulders and triceps. What it actually does: Overhead pressing can put shoulder joints in vulnerable biomechanical positions. It puts undue stress on the shoulders, ...

Chest press (machine; progress to free weights), or push-ups (body weight) Overhead shoulder press (machine, progress to free weights) Abdominal crunches (body weight) Prone back extension (body ...

If you're looking to build boulder shoulders and ripped triceps, you're likely quite familiar with the overhead press. This productive exercise improves upper-body power and strength. But regardless ...