Standing Shoulder Press

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, however by having them staggered will help prevent you from leaning back during the lifting phase.

Smoothly lift the weight vertically, taking the weight directly above your shoulder with your arms straight, keeping your back straight. Lower down under control and repeat for desired amount of reps.

You may decide to lift the weight slightly out to your front, in order to also work your chest muscles, however avoid this method if unconditioned to weight lifting, as it will place stress on the lower back.

Avoid arching the spine, leaning over to your sides, or driving up with your legs at the start of your lift, focus on the muscles you want to work, the shoulders.

You may perform with a normal shoulder width or close grip, having your palms facing forward, or reverse grip - palms facing back.