Strongman Viking Press
Description
The Viking press is a strongman overhead pressing event using a lever-arm apparatus. The handles are attached to a pivot point, creating a natural arc path that is easier on the shoulders than a straight barbell press. It allows very heavy overhead loading.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Strongman Viking Press Instructions
- Stand at the Viking press apparatus. Grip the handles at shoulder height.
- Set feet shoulder-width apart. Brace your core hard.
- Press the handles overhead by extending your arms along the lever arc.
- Lock out at the top.
- Lower under control back to shoulder height.
- Use leg drive if the rules allow (push press style).
- Repeat for the desired reps.
- This is a strongman competition event — equipment is specialized.
Strongman Viking Press Form & Visual
Strongman Viking Press Benefits
- Natural pressing arc is shoulder-friendly
- Allows very heavy overhead loading
- Strongman competition event
- Builds raw overhead pressing power
- Develops lockout strength
- Trains under competition conditions
Strongman Viking Press Muscles Worked
- Anterior deltoid
- Lateral deltoid
- Triceps brachii
- Upper trapezius
- Core (stabilizer)
Strongman Viking Press Variations & Alternatives
- Barbell Military Press
- Landmine Press
- Yoke Walk
- Log Press
- Axle Bar Press
