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barbell bench press
Target

pectorals

Equipment

barbell

barbell bench press

chest

How to Perform the barbell bench press

1

Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.

2

Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

3

Lift the barbell off the rack and hold it directly above your chest with your arms fully extended.

4

Lower the barbell slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in.

5

Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest.

6

Push the barbell back up to the starting position by extending your arms.

7

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

tricepsshoulders