Pectorals Chest Barbell #0025

Barbell Bench Press

Animated demonstration

Barbell Bench Press — Animated demonstration

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At a glance

Target muscle
Pectorals
Body part
Chest
Equipment
Barbell
Synergist group
Triceps

Secondary muscles

Triceps Shoulders

How to perform

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

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

  5. 5

    Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest.

  6. 6

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

  7. 7

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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