Barbell Bench Press

Barbell Bench Press

The barbell bench press is a classic compound exercise that primarily targets the pectoral muscles, while also engaging the triceps and shoulders. It is performed by lying on a bench and pressing a barbell up and down in a controlled manner.

The barbell bench press is a classic compound exercise that primarily targets the pectoral muscles, while also engaging the triceps and shoulders. It is performed by lying on a bench and pressing a barbell up and down in a controlled manner.

The barbell bench press is a classic compound exercise that primarily targets the pectoral muscles, while also engaging the triceps and shoulders. It is performed by lying on a bench and pressing a barbell up and down in a controlled manner.

How to Do the Barbell Bench Press

How to Do the Barbell Bench Press

How to Do the Barbell Bench Press

Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench. Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Lift the barbell off the rack and hold it directly above your chest with your arms fully extended. Lower the barbell slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in. Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest. Push the barbell back up to the starting position by extending your arms. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Pectorals

Pectorals

Secondary Muscles

triceps, shoulders

Equipment

Barbell

Body Part

Chest

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