Reviewed exercise · advanced

Barbell Bradford Press

A secondary vertical push movement for shoulders.

Equipment

barbell

Typical range

8–16 reps

Also trains

triceps

Set up

Prepare the barbell bradford press station and choose a load that permits full control.

Execute

Use very light load and move only through a pain-free arc around the head

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Keep the arc controlled
• Use a repeatable pain-free range.

Common mistakes

• Forcing range behind the head
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.