Barbell Decline Wide-Grip Pullover
This is an advanced strengthening exercise which targets the pectoral or chest muscles.
- Equipment
- Barbell, Decline bench
- Muscle groups
- Chest
- Primary muscles
- Chest
- Secondary muscles
- Shoulders, Triceps
How to perform this exercise
- Lie on a decline bench with your feet higher than your head and your feet firmly on the ground.
- Grasp the barbell with an extra wide grip (your hands near the plates) and starting at you’re your upper thighs raise the barbell in an arc over your head towards the floor.
- Slowly return the barbell to starting position on your thighs.
- 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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