Reviewed exercise · advanced

Barbell Overhead Pin Press

A primary vertical push movement for shoulders.

Equipment

barbell

Typical range

3–8 reps

Also trains

triceps, core

Set up

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

Execute

Set both safeties evenly and begin each rep from a dead stop

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

Coaching cues

• Brace before leaving the pins
• Use a repeatable pain-free range.

Common mistakes

• Pressing from an uneven rack height
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

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