Z Press

Step-by-step technique for Z Press, an exercise for front delts using barbell. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

How to do it

  1. Sit on the floor with straight legs and the bar at shoulder height.
  2. Brace your core hard to stay upright.
  3. Press the bar straight up overhead.
  4. Lower under control.
Coach tip: Exposes weaknesses. Demands a strong core and mobility.

Muscles worked

Primary: Front Delts
Secondary: Side Delts, Triceps, Transverse Abs

Z Press is a strength exercise that loads the front delts using barbell. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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