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Machine Shoulder (Military) Press, starting position 
Machine Shoulder (Military) Press, finishing position
StrengthbeginnerMachine
Machine Shoulder (Military) Press
Primary
Shoulders
Secondary
Triceps
Equipment
Machine
Level
beginner
Machine Shoulder (Military) Press demonstration
How to Perform
- 1Sit down on the Shoulder Press Machine and select the weight.
- 2Grab the handles to your sides as you keep the elbows bent and in line with your torso. This will be your starting position.
- 3Now lift the handles as you exhale and you extend the arms fully. At the top of the position make sure that you hold the contraction for a second.
- 4Lower the handles slowly back to the starting position as you inhale.
- 5Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Video Tutorial
Tips & Common Mistakes
- •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
- •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
- •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
- •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
- •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
ShouldersTriceps
Exercise Details
- Category
- Strength
- Force
- push
- Mechanic
- compound
- Level
- beginner
Exercise Variations
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Machine Shoulder (Military) Press work?
Machine Shoulder (Military) Press primarily targets the Shoulders. It also works the Triceps as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for Machine Shoulder (Military) Press?
Machine Shoulder (Military) Press requires Machine.
Is Machine Shoulder (Military) Press suitable for beginners?
Yes, Machine Shoulder (Military) Press is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.
Alternatives to Machine Shoulder (Military) Press
Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.