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Bodybuilding legend Jay Cutler keeps his training fresh in retirement but hasn\u2019t forgotten the fundamentals. In a YouTube video shared on April 24, 2026, he named the standing shoulder press as his number one movement for capped delts and overall strength.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

After securing four Mr. Olympia titles in his prime, Jay Cutler<\/a> settled into a life of retirement. For most, that would mean stepping away from the gym, but \u2018The Comeback Kid\u2019 remains active. He still works out seven days a week<\/a> and calls the gym his sanctuary.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Delts were never a weakness for Cutler. Even in retirement, he\u2019s managed to retain impressive size and detail<\/a>. Though he doesn\u2019t always include the standing shoulder press in his workouts today, he emphasized that they\u2019re a game-changer for progress.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Jay Cutler\u2019s Standing Shoulder Press Breakdown for Max Size and Roundness\u00a0<\/h2>\n

In the video, Cutler compared the standing shoulder press using a dumbbell or barbell. He typically used dumbbells while seated but opted for the barbell when standing.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\u201cMy favorite shoulder exercise, and you\u2019ve seen me do this a million times in my heyday, the shoulder press standing. You have your barbells and your dumbbells. Which is the better one?<\/p>\n

Listen, it\u2019s all preference. Ideally, I was always a dumbbell guy; I\u2019d do a lot of seated dumbbell presses, but when I did standing, I always focused on the barbell. I love the feel. For some reason, it just gave me more power. It\u2019s great for core. I think it\u2019s a great standard exercise when you first start training to get used to holding a bar standing.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

According to the bodybuilding legend, it\u2019s an effective exercise for building capped delts and overall body strength.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\u201cEveryone is going to be a little stronger on one side, so the dumbbells might be more isolateral, which might be more beneficial to a lot of people. It\u2019s a great exercise for building that base, that cap, and building overall body strength.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

For optimal results, he recommended aiming for 8-12 repetitions and cautioned that the shoulder joint is sensitive.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\u201cRemember, focus on 8-12 repetitions or maybe a little more. Remember, just be careful with the shoulder joint, it\u2019s the most delicate joint,\u201d said<\/a> Jay Cutler.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Conventional workout wisdom can go a long way, but sometimes Cutler goes against the grain. He revealed that isolating the shoulder excessively during training can work against progress. To keep his shoulders bulletproof<\/a> in retirement, he practices a side lateral front raise variation.\u00a0<\/p>\n

At 52, Cutler\u2019s longevity is among the best in the sport. He believes the standing shoulder press can be a valuable asset in most routines, just as long as you protect the joints from stress.\u00a0<\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>Jay Cutler Offers Derek Lunsford Ab Training Advice, Says He Needs Full Legs to Win 2026 Mr. Olympia<\/a><\/p>\n

Watch the full video from the JayCutlerTV YouTube channel below:\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n