Barbell decline bench press

Decline bench, safety pins

Also called decline bench press

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Lie on a decline bench and lower a barbell to the lower chest, then press up to lockout. Use safety pins or a spotter.

  1. Feet secured, bar to lower chest
  2. Keep elbows about 45 degrees out
  3. Press up and slightly back

Movement

Pattern
Horizontal push
Type
Compound, several joints move
Sides
Both sides together
Equipment
Barbell, Bench

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Upper body

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