EZ Bar Standing French Press
Sculpt strong triceps with the EZ Bar Standing French Press. This effective overhead extension targets all three heads of the triceps for impressive arm
- Movement
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Per set
- 1 min
- Rest
- 2 min
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Description
A weight training exercise that targets the triceps. The movement is performed by lifting the EZ barbell over your head and bending at the elbows to lower the weights behind your head.
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How to do EZ Bar Standing French Press
- 01Setup
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding an EZ bar with an overhand grip, hands slightly narrower than shoulder-width.
- 02Setup
Press the bar overhead until your arms are fully extended, keeping your core engaged and elbows pointing forward, not flaring out.
- 03
Inhale as you slowly lower the EZ bar behind your head by flexing only your elbows, keeping your upper arms stationary and close to your ears.
- 04
Continue lowering until your forearms are close to parallel with the floor or you feel a deep stretch in your triceps without discomfort.
- 05
Exhale and powerfully extend your elbows, using your triceps to press the EZ bar back to the starting overhead position.
- 06
Squeeze your triceps at the top of the movement and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips
- Maintain elbow position by keeping your elbows pointed forward throughout the movement to maximize triceps engagement and minimize shoulder strain.
- Focus on a slow, controlled eccentric (lowering) phase to increase time under tension and promote greater muscle growth.
- Ensure you achieve a full range of motion by fully extending your arms at the top and getting a deep stretch at the bottom for optimal triceps activation.
- Actively brace your core to prevent your lower back from arching excessively, especially when lifting heavier weights.
Common mistakes
- Flaring elbows out reduces triceps isolation and puts undue stress on the shoulders; keep elbows tucked in and pointing forward.
- Arching the lower back excessively shifts tension away from the triceps and can cause injury; engage your core and maintain a neutral spine.
- Using momentum to lift the weight diminishes triceps activation; control the movement throughout the entire range of motion, focusing on muscle contraction.
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What muscles does EZ Bar Standing French Press work?
EZ Bar Standing French Press primarily targets Triceps Brachii.
Is EZ Bar Standing French Press good for beginners?
EZ Bar Standing French Press is rated intermediate. Beginners can still attempt it with lighter weight and careful form, but it's best to master easier variations first.
What equipment do I need for EZ Bar Standing French Press?
You need EZ Barbell to perform EZ Bar Standing French Press. If you don't have this equipment, look for variations that target the same muscles with what you have available.
What are the best tips for EZ Bar Standing French Press?
Maintain elbow position by keeping your elbows pointed forward throughout the movement to maximize triceps engagement and minimize shoulder strain. Focus on a slow, controlled eccentric (lowering) phase to increase time under tension and promote greater muscle growth. Ensure you achieve a full range of motion by fully extending your arms at the top and getting a deep stretch at the bottom for optimal triceps activation. Actively brace your core to prevent your lower back from arching excessively, especially when lifting heavier weights.
What are common mistakes when doing EZ Bar Standing French Press?
Flaring elbows out reduces triceps isolation and puts undue stress on the shoulders; keep elbows tucked in and pointing forward. Arching the lower back excessively shifts tension away from the triceps and can cause injury; engage your core and maintain a neutral spine. Using momentum to lift the weight diminishes triceps activation; control the movement throughout the entire range of motion, focusing on muscle contraction.
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