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Bench Press (Incline, Med. Grip) - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Chest

Secondary

Shoulders, Triceps

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Set incline bench to 30-45 degrees.

  2. 2

    Lie back on bench, feet flat on floor.

  3. 3

    Grip bar medium width (forearms vertical at bottom).

  4. 4

    Unrack bar, hold straight over upper chest, arms extended.

  5. 5

    Inhale, slowly lower bar to upper chest.

  6. 6

    Keep elbows tucked slightly (45-60 degrees).

  7. 7

    Pause briefly.

  8. 8

    Exhale, press bar back up to start.

  9. 9

    Repeat. Use spotter.