Safety Notes

• Stop the upward movement immediately if you experience any shoulder pain or pinching.
• Avoid using weights that force excessive leaning back or body English.

Spotting

Not required; use lighter weights and focus on strict form.

Common Mistakes

• Pulling the bar too high (above shoulder level).
• Letting the elbows drop below the wrist.
• Using excessive momentum or swinging.
• Grip width too wide.

• History of shoulder impingement or AC joint problems.
• Acute rotator cuff pain.

• Sufficient shoulder mobility to maintain elbow elevation.

Build Up First

• Ability to control shoulder abduction movement pattern.