The press becomes unnecessarily difficult when the bar rolls back in your hands, creating mechanical disadvantage and discomfort at heavier weights. Coach Jordan Burnett from Starting Strength Dallas demonstrates the practical “pinch grip” technique that keeps the bar properly positioned over the wrists.

Rather than constantly fighting to keep your wrists straight, this simple adjustment uses targeted finger pressure to secure the bar exactly where it should be. Even lifters who have struggled with proper bar position can immediately implement this technique to make their press more efficient and effective.