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Barbell Incline Bench Press
Muscles involved
The barbell incline bench press targets the upper chest. It builds strength and size near the collarbones.
How to do it
- Lie on a bench inclined at 45° with your feet firm on the floor.
- 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 bent.
- Press the bar upward to the starting position and repeat.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your feet firmly supported on the floor and your hips on the bench. - Lower the bar towards the middle/upper part of your chest. - Do not bounce the bar on your chest; keep the movement controlled.
Difficulty
PrincipianteFrequently asked questions
Barbell Incline Bench Press: which muscles does it work?
Barbell Incline Bench Press mainly works: Chest. It also involves: Pectoralis major clavicular head, Anterior deltoid, Triceps brachii.
What is Barbell Incline Bench Press good for?
The barbell incline bench press targets the upper chest. It builds strength and size near the collarbones.
How do you do Barbell Incline Bench Press with proper form?
- Keep your feet firmly supported on the floor and your hips on the bench. - Lower the bar towards the middle/upper part of your chest. - Do not bounce the bar on your chest; keep the movement controlled.
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