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Barbell Decline Wide-Grip Press

Barbell Decline Wide-Grip Press — movement illustration 1

This is an exercise for chest, triceps and shoulder strengthening.

Equipment
Barbell, Decline bench, Rack
Muscle groups
Chest
Primary muscles
Chest
Secondary muscles
Shoulders, Triceps

How to perform this exercise

  1. Lie on a decline bench with your head lower than your feet.
  2. Place your hands wider than shoulder width apart on the bar and lift it off the rack.
  3. Bring the bar over your chest and lower it till it is just above the lower portion of your chest, this is starting position.
  4. Extend your arms upward and raise the bar straight up.
  5. Pause for a moment and then lower the bar to starting position.
  6. Repeat.

Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.

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