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Decline Barbell Bench Press

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Decline Barbell Bench Press

Decline Barbell Bench Press primarily targets the lower part of the pectoralis major muscles. It also works the upper pectoralis major, anterior deltoids, and triceps to a lesser extent. The biceps muscles on the front of your upper arms work as stabilizers during the movement.

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Instructions

  1. Lie on your back on an incline bench or bench with one end elevated with a weighted disc. Take the barbell with an overhand grip slightly wider than your shoulders. Hold it over your chest with your arms fully extended.
  2. Lower the bar under control to your chest. Keep your elbows pressed to your sides so that in the lower position, your arms form a 45-degree angle with your body. Pause for a second and return the barbell to its original position.

Tips

  • Do not lower the barbell to the ribs. Bring the bar to your lower chest on the descent.
  • Don't stretch your neck too much. Maintain a long neutral spine.
  • Don't bounce the bar off your chest. Lower the bar under control.

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Owen
Owen Jones
Owen
Updated: 17 Sep 2024