Half-Bench Single-Arm Press | Form Check

The half-bench single-arm press is a valuable addition to your training routine that can help to strengthen your chest, but are you sure you're even doing the exercise correctly?

For this movement, you shouldn't settle for anything other than perfect form—especially because it's such a killer exercise that can serve as a simple addition to your training plan. Let Men's Health fitness director Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S. and associate fitness editor Brett Williams guide you through the move's subtleties, saving you from the bad habits that are keeping you from unlocking your fitness potential.

Before you take to the bench and slide yourself into place, take note that it's extremely important to pay attention the movement here. Hitting the proper form is essential to make sure you're getting the most out of the exercise—particularly because of the subtle details with the position and what you need to do to make sure you're actually getting work in.