Delt. - Shoulder Press Machine
Description
Adjust seat height so that shoulders are level with the handle grip(s). Sit in seat with feet flat on the ground, back pressed firmly into the back pad, core engaged and shoulders down and back. Grasp handles (either position). Exhale; extend arms straight up, do not lock the elbows out. Hold at the top for 2 seconds. Inhale; slowly lower the arms back to resting position, wight stack will be slightly elevated above resting position. Repeat.
With feet shoulder width apart, stand upright with a bench or chair about 3-6 inches behind you. Keep shoulders down and back, core engaged and neutral spin. Inhale; bend knees while allowing hips to bend back behind, body weight should be in the heels of feet. Lower body down until bottom...
Published 07/27/12
Adjust chest pad height so that pad rests comfortably between chest line and abdomen. Press chest firmly against pad, standing straight up with shoulders down and back and head as a natural extension of the spine. Grasp handles to assist with maintaining chest against pad. Place right foot on...
Published 07/27/12
Secure the band around something stable and at chest/shoulder height. Hold handles in both hands so that the bands run along the inside of the arms. Move far enough away so there is tension on the bands. Begin the movement with the arms bent, palms facing down. Press arms straight out in front,...
Published 07/27/12