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JM Press

JM Press is a beginner compound barbell exercise that mainly works your triceps, with help from your chest and shoulders.

💪 Triceps🏋️ Barbell📈 Beginner🔗 Compound🎯 3-5 sets of 5-10 reps
JM Press: starting position
Starting position
JM Press: end position
End position

How to do the jm press

  1. Start the exercise the same way you would a close grip bench press. You will lie on a flat bench while holding a barbell at arms length (fully extended) with the elbows in. However, instead of having the arms perpendicular to the torso, make sure the bar is set in a direct line above the upper chest. This will be your starting position.
  2. Now beginning from a fully extended position lower the bar down as if performing a lying triceps extension. Inhale as you perform this movement. When you reach the half way point, let the bar roll back about one inch by moving the upper arms towards your legs until they are perpendicular to the torso. Tip: Keep the bend at the elbows constant as you bring the upper arms forward.
  3. As you exhale, press the bar back up by using the triceps to perform a close grip bench press.
  4. Now go back to the starting position and start over.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary: TricepsSecondary: ChestSecondary: Shoulders

Sets and reps

For strength, do 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps with 2-3 minutes of rest. For muscle growth, 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps with 90 seconds of rest. Add a little weight when you hit the top of the range on every set.

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JM Press alternatives

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FAQ

What muscles does the jm press work?

It mainly works your triceps; your chest and shoulders assist.

How many sets and reps of jm press should I do?

For strength, do 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps with 2-3 minutes of rest. For muscle growth, 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps with 90 seconds of rest. Add a little weight when you hit the top of the range on every set.

Is the jm press good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.

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