Seated Water Bottle Shoulder Press on Incline
Seated incline shoulder press using water bottles for convenient overhead pressing strength.
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: shoulders. Secondary: triceps, upper chest |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Shoulders |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Press |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~24 kcal |
How to do it
- Sit on an incline bench holding water bottles at shoulder height.
- Press the bottles overhead to full lockout.
- Lower with control back to the shoulders.
- Keep the core braced and ribs down.
- Complete 4 sets of 10-12 reps.
Equipment
- Water Bottles
- Incline Bench
Coaching tips
Benefits
Seated incline shoulder press using water bottles for convenient overhead pressing strength.
Common mistakes
Avoid excessive lower-back arch or pressing the bottles forward.
Make it harder
Use heavier bottles or slow the tempo.
Make it easier
Use lighter bottles or reduce the range.
Breathing
Exhale as you press, inhale as you lower.
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