Exercise technique

lever one arm shoulder press

The lever one arm shoulder press is a machine-based exercise targeting the deltoid muscles of the shoulder. It is performed one arm at a time, allowing for focused muscle engagement and unilateral strength development. The exercise also involves the triceps and upper back as secondary muscles.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your back against the pad.
  2. Grasp the lever handle with one hand and position your elbow at a 90-degree angle.
  3. Press the lever upward until your arm is fully extended overhead.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the lever back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

Which other muscles are involved?

Triceps, Upper back.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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