Not only is the press perfectly safe for the shoulders -- as evidenced by the fact that shoulder injuries are the least-common injuries for Olympic weightlifters who use the barbell overhead -- but the correctly performed press is the best exercise for keeping shoulders strong.
Developing huge shoulders can help you move more weight in the gym, but also help you fill out a shirt and develop a dominating physique. The problem, flexibility issues and improper moves can lead to nagging aches and pains that will put an end to your workouts.
Not only is the press perfectly safe for the shoulders -- as evidenced by the fact that shoulder injuries are the least-common injuries for Olympic weightlifters who use the barbell overhead -- but the correctly performed press is the best exercise for keeping shoulders strong.
Developing huge shoulders can help you move more weight in the gym, but also help you fill out a shirt and develop a dominating physique. The problem, flexibility issues and improper moves can lead to nagging aches and pains that will put an end to your workouts.
