Cable Overhead Press

Body region

• Shoulders
• Arms

Muscles

Main

• Deltoid

Helps

• Pectoralis Major
• Serratus Anterior
• Trapezius
• Triceps

Holds

• Erector Spinae
• Rectus Abdominis
• External Oblique

Equipment

• Cable Station

Technique

1. Set two handles on the low pulleys and stand centered between them, feet hip-width apart.
2. Bring the handles up to shoulder height, palms facing forward and elbows under the hands.
3. Brace your core and press both handles overhead until the arms are straight.
4. Lower the handles under control back to shoulder level.

Cues

• Keep the forearms vertical at the bottom of each rep.
• Press slightly inward so the handles meet above your head.
• Keep the ribs down and glutes tight when standing.

Common mistakes

• Arching the lower back to finish the press.
• Letting the cables pull the elbows out and down.
• Cutting the range short at the bottom.

Variations

• Alternating Cable Overhead Press

Alternatives

• Dumbbell Overhead Press
• Machine Shoulder Press
• Overhead Press