Barbell Incline Bench Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Incline Barbell Bench Press
How to: Barbell Incline Bench Press
- Lie back on an incline bench with your feet flat on the floor.
- Grip the barbell with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- Lower the barbell to your chest, keeping your elbows at about a 45-degree angle.
- Press the barbell back up until your arms are fully extended.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back excessively
- Lifting the feet off the ground
- Bouncing the bar off the chest
Modifications
- Perform with lighter weights or use a dumbbell for better control.
- Avoid full extension to reduce strain on the shoulders.
Tips
- Keep your feet firmly on the ground throughout the lift.
- Ensure the barbell moves in a controlled manner.
- Maintain a neutral spine to reduce stress on the back.
Barbell Incline Bench Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
pectorals
lifting
resistance training
barbell