Inclined Shoulder Press Machine

Adjust the seat height so your feet are flat on the floor and your knees are bent at a 90 degree angle. Make sure the backrest is supporting your lower back.

• Select an appropriate weight. Start light until you know how much weight you can handle with proper form.

• Grasp the handles so your palms are facing forward and arms are shoulder-width apart.

• Keep your wrists straight and elbows slightly bent. Do not lock out your elbows.

• Press the handles in the direction the machine is designed to until your arms are extended fully overhead, but do not lock out your elbows. Inhale as you lift the weight.

• Slowly lower the handles back to the starting position as you exhale. Do not let gravity drop the weight down.

• Keep your head, neck and spine in alignment throughout the movement. Do not arch your back.

• Squeeze your shoulders together at the top of the movement and allow them to relax as you lower the handles.

• Breathe normally throughout the set, exhaling on the exertion (as you press up) and inhaling on the relaxation (as you lower back down).