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Sandbag Standing Shoulder Press

  • Intermediate
  • Shoulders

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Setup instructions

1) Stand tall with a slight bend in the knees. Keep the chest up, core and glutes tight.

2) Hold the sandbag by the side handles.

3) Start with the sandbag resting near your shoulders - the elbows will face forward and down. Keep the wrists up - there should be a straight line with the arms and wrists. Don't let them bend backwards.

Perform instructions

1) Slowly extend your arms and push upwards - keep a slight bend in the elbows as you reach the top.

2) Pause for a second and slowly lower to the starting position.

3) Touch your shoulders and repeat.

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Health benefits

Muscular Endurance · Strength

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