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Chest

Barbell Incline Bench Press

A barbell movement targeting the pectorals. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · pectoralsEquipment · barbellCategory · chest

Technique

How to perform it

  1. Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
  2. Lie down on the bench with your feet flat on the ground.
  3. Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Unrack the barbell and lower it slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows at a 45-degree angle.
  5. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the barbell back up to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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