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Barbell Decline Bench Press
Muscles involved
The barbell decline bench press targets the lower chest. It builds pressing strength with less stress on the shoulders.
How to do it
- Lock your feet under the pads of a decline bench and lie on your back.
- Grip the bar with a grip wider than your shoulders and unrack it from the support.
- Lower the bar towards your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent and exhaling.
- Press the bar upward to the starting position while exhaling and repeat.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your feet well supported on the pads. - Your elbows should be kept at 45 degrees from your torso. - Do not excessively arch your back when pressing.
Difficulty
PrincipianteFrequently asked questions
Barbell Decline Bench Press: which muscles does it work?
Barbell Decline Bench Press mainly works: Chest. It also involves: Pectoralis major sternal head, Anterior deltoid, Pectoralis major clavicular head, Triceps brachii.
What is Barbell Decline Bench Press good for?
The barbell decline bench press targets the lower chest. It builds pressing strength with less stress on the shoulders.
How do you do Barbell Decline Bench Press with proper form?
- Keep your feet well supported on the pads. - Your elbows should be kept at 45 degrees from your torso. - Do not excessively arch your back when pressing.
