Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise
On an incline bench with the bar held at arm's length, only the shoulder blades move: they sink back to the bench, then drive the bar up a few centimeters as the shoulders leave it.
How to do it
Setup
Incline bench, the bar held at arm's length over the shoulders, grip shoulder-width, elbows locked.
Steps
- Let the shoulder blades sink back into the bench, arms straight.
- Push the bar toward the ceiling by lifting the shoulders off the bench.
- Pause, then lower the shoulders back under control.
Common mistakes
Bending the elbows: it turns into a press; they stay locked. Shrugging toward the ears: the shoulders reach toward the ceiling, not the head. Too much weight: the range is short; light and controlled.
Breathing
Exhale reaching up, inhale lowering.
