Seated Rocky Press
Also known as: Seated Barbell Rocky Press
Variation of: Bradford Press
Body region
Equipment
Technique
- Sit on an upright bench in a rack and unrack a light barbell at the front of your shoulders.
- Press the bar overhead to full lockout.
- Lower it behind the head to the base of the neck, then press to lockout again.
- Lower it to the front of the shoulders to finish the rep.
Cues
- Keep your back against the pad and feet planted.
- Use a light weight; stop if pressing behind the head is uncomfortable.
Common mistakes
- Arching away from the backrest to press.
- Letting the bar crash onto the neck.