Bodybuilding.com - Bent Press Exercise Guide and Video

Type: Strength
Main Muscle Worked: Shoulders
Other Muscles: Abdominals, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back, Quadriceps, Triceps
Equipment: Barbell
Mechanics Type: Compound
Level: Expert
Sport: No
Force: Push
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Main Muscle: Shoulders

Note: To perform the bent press, you lift the weight with one hand over your head by slowly "corkscrewing" yourself underneath.

Grab either a barbell, a dumbbell or a kettlebell with the left hand.
Position the feet roughly 18 inches apart with the left foot turned in slightly and the opposite foot turned approximately 90 degrees to the side. If using a barbell, stand it on end in front of you, and then bring it to a rest on your left shoulder. This will be the starting position.
As the lift begins, lean towards the right leg, bending your knees. Perform this movement slowly. Tip: If you are using a bar it is imperative that you hold it right in the middle.
As you continue to corkscrew under the bar, your off-side knee bends forward and the opposite knee approaches the ground which assists in stabilizing the balance of the bar.
With the arm completely extended, you simply drive off the hip and extend upward. Tip: Ensure that you maintain eye contact with the weight throughout the lift.
Slowly return to the original position as you inhale.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Then switch arms and repeat.

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Review: Bent Press	Exercise Rating	9/10
Nov 9, 2009 8:32 AM: This exercise is really effective if you can get the motion and form down correctly. I used a dumbbell because there is a lot of torque and momentum in the long barbell. Start with a light weight to get the motion down and increase as you become familiar with the movement. Tip: When...+See More