Muscle Area
Front
Back
Primary Muscles
Chest
Secondary Muscles
Triceps
Shoulders
Exercise Description
Starting Position
1. Lie back on a bench with your feet firmly planted on the floor.
2. Grip the barbell wider than shoulder-width apart.
3. Retract your shoulders and puff out your chest.
During the Exercise
1. Slowly lower the barbell towards your chest.
2. Use your chest muscles to press the barbell back up.
3. Keep a slight bend in your elbows, do not lock them out completely.
Breathing Tips
Inhale as you lower the barbell, and exhale as you press it up.
Video Guide
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Back routine including 'Wide Chest Press'
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