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Behind-the-Neck Press

Behind-the-Neck Press

shouldersintermediate
exerciseshoulderscompoundpressing

Description

Seated or standing, hold a barbell behind your neck at shoulder level. Press the weight straight up until arms are fully extended, then lower back behind the neck. This variation places more emphasis on the medial and rear deltoids compared to the standard military press. Use a slightly wider grip than shoulder width.

Equipment

barbell

Muscles Targeted

anterior deltoidmedial deltoidtriceps