3a. BB CUBAN PRESS

REPS: 10-12 REST: Straight into 3b This applies a bit more load to the rotator cuff – the small but vital stabilising muscles of the shoulder joint. Use a light weight at first. Stand tall with your core braced, holding a barbell at the top of your thighs. Lift the bar by raising your arms out to the sides until your elbows are bent at 90 degrees. Rotate your arms so your forearms point up, keeping your biceps horizontal. Press the bar directly overhead, then reverse the movement back down to the start.