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Barbell Incline Bench Press

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Muscles worked

High load
Chest
Medium load
Delts · Front and Triceps

Primary muscles

How to do it

Lie on an incline bench set at 30-45 degrees. Grip barbell slightly wider than shoulder width. Lower barbell to upper chest. Press barbell back to start.

Form cues

  • Set bench to 30-45 degrees
  • Lower barbell to upper chest
  • Press barbell up and slightly back
  • Keep feet planted

Safety

Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:

ShoulderElbowWrist

This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.