Description
Vertical press to develop the shoulders and trunk stability.
01 · Setup
Set up the movement
- Set up inverted, facing a stable wall.
- Plant your hands shoulder-width apart on the floor with fingers spread.
- Keep your body braced in a straight line and your feet lightly touching the wall.
02 · Execution
Perform the rep
- Lower under control by bending your elbows.
- Keep your trunk braced and neck neutral.
- Press vertically to return to the inverted position.
Technique cue
Stable body alignment against the wall and a controlled vertical press.
Common mistakes- excessive lower-back arching
- lowering too quickly
- flaring the elbows too far
- losing trunk tension
Safety notes
Risks of poor execution
- Repeated lumbar hyperextension can cause lower-back pain.