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Bench Press (Incline) - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Shoulders

Secondary

Middle Back, Traps, Triceps

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Lie face down on incline bench (30-45 degrees), chest supported.

  2. 2

    Hold barbell with overhand grip, shoulder-width.

  3. 3

    Start with arms extended downwards.

  4. 4

    Perform a reverse curl, bringing bar towards chest.

  5. 5

    From chest, press barbell forward/upward by extending elbows, keeping arms parallel to ground.

  6. 6

    Focus on shoulder and upper back engagement.

  7. 7

    Slowly return bar to chest position.

  8. 8

    Repeat for desired repetitions.