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SHOULDER PRESS

Strengthen shoulder muscles by pressing arms upward and out to shoulder height.

Focus Upper Body
Pool Depth Partially Anchored
Supervision Not required
Equipment None

How to Perform

  1. Stand in shoulder-high water with feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Lift both arms up and out to your sides to shoulder level.
  3. Keep your arms straight.
  4. Pull your arms down through the water to your legs.
  5. Then pull your arms back up to your sides to shoulder level, keeping your arms straight.
  6. Perform movement slowly with controlled, smooth motion.

Key Execution Cues

Remember: Press and pull against water resistance smoothly. Keep arms straight. Maintain steady pace.

Safety & Precautions

Important: Avoid if shoulder pain. Do not press above shoulder height.

Additional Safety Notes: Do not press above shoulder level. Keep arms straight throughout. Stop if experiencing pain.

Exercise Modifications

Make it Harder (Progressions)

Increase repetitions. Add longer holds at extended position. Increase arm speed.

Make it Easier (Regressions)

Reduce repetitions. Decrease range of motion. Move more slowly.

Attribution

Source TypeBook
Original AuthorOhio State University Wexner Medical Center
ContributorAI Extraction Agent
PublicationAquatic Exercises
LicenseAll Rights Reserved
Credit RequiredYes
Date Created2026-01-18
Last Modified2026-01-18

External Source

TypeBook
Additional InfoOhio State Aquatic Exercise Guide - Upper Body Strengthening section