Objective:
- Improve shoulder, trapezius and core strength.
- Improve stability.
See this video from Men’s Health (no affiliation):
Equipment:
- Kettle bells or dumbbells of a suitable weight.
Technique:
- You start slightly in front of your shoulders in the scapular plane, the elbows slightly below the shoulders.
- Press both weights straight up with control. The forearm always stays upright in vertical position.
- Maintain a tight core while pressing.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Notes:
- Don’t be tempted to go too heavy.
- Shoulder health is crucial for a long career in archery.