fitubaMachine shoulder press
Shoulders · machine. Set the seat so the handles line up with your shoulders, then press up.
Main muscle: Shoulders
Also works: triceps · traps
Equipment: machine
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests.
How to do it
- Set the seat so the handles line up with your shoulders, then press up.
- Back and head against the pad; forearms almost vertical under the handles.
- Lower to ear level and press up without snapping your elbows locked.
Common mistakes
- Arching your lower back to push more weight.
- Cutting the range short by barely lowering.
- Shrugging your shoulders toward your ears as you press.
Alternative
No equipment, or want to switch it up: Seated dumbbell shoulder press.
Log it in one message
Type or say: “Did 3x10 machine shoulder press on level 6.”
Fituba logs the weights session and its points; in Train you can add sets, reps and load to compare your strength progress. Sample wording, not a prescription.FAQ
What muscles does the machine shoulder press work?
Main: shoulders. Also working: triceps and traps.
How many sets and reps of machine shoulder press?
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests. Adjust the load so you finish every set with good form; the load is the machine's number.
How do I log machine shoulder press in Fituba?
In your account, open Train, pick Machine shoulder press and add its sets, reps and load; or type “Did 3x10 machine shoulder press on level 6” and Fituba logs your weights session.
Sources and limits
Original Fituba copy based on standard technique guides (StrengthLog · Shoulders). General education: the demo and these notes don't assess your form, mobility or the right load for you; for individual coaching, see a trainer.
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