This is an effective exercise for developing strength and mass in the upper chest, shoulders, and triceps. It is performed by lying on an inclined bench and lifting a barbell from a rack above your chest, then lowering it down towards your upper chest and pushing it back up using your pectoral muscles. By following the proper technique, you can perform this exercise safely and effectively to achieve your fitness goals. In this guide, we will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to perform the barbell incline bench press with correct form.
How to perform Barbell Incline Bench Press
- Begin by laying on an incline bench with a barbell in the rack above you.
- Take a medium overhand grip on the bar, ensuring that your hands are slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lift the bar off the rack so that it is directly above your chest. Make sure your elbows are locked at this point for safety. This will be your starting position.
- Inhale as you start to lower the bar by bending your elbows until it gently touches your upper chest.
- Keep your shoulders back and avoid letting your elbows flare out.
- Pause for a moment with the bar touching your chest.
- Exhale and press the bar back up into the starting position by contracting your pectoral muscles.
- Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions.
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