Bradford/Rocky Presses

Build shoulder strength with this focused barbell lift.

This barbell variation increases time under tension by alternating between front and back pressing movements without locking out.

Instructions

  1. Sit upright on a military press bench with a barbell at shoulder level and a wide pronated grip.
  2. Press the bar up just over your head without locking out.
  3. Lower it behind your head to shoulder level, keeping control throughout.
  4. Press it back up and return it to the front in the same motion.
  5. Repeat by alternating front and back presses for the desired number of reps.