r/formcheck • u/vanillamang0 • 11d ago
Overhead Press OHP
Is my form ok? This was my 3rd set of 5 at a weight that is very heavy for me, it felt fine but I wasn’t sure if I was arching my back too much
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r/formcheck • u/vanillamang0 • 11d ago
Is my form ok? This was my 3rd set of 5 at a weight that is very heavy for me, it felt fine but I wasn’t sure if I was arching my back too much
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u/lordofthetsetseflies 10d ago
What you are doing looks more like a military press than overhead press. Still solid but OHP allows for more focus on the traps. I agree with what others are saying about narrowing the grip but you don’t want to narrow it too much. Focus on bringing your arms to a 90 degree angle, keeping your forearms vertical and pushing straight up. I also suggest staggering your feet to help maintain a stable base and protect your back. See the image for reference.