Barbell Reverse Grip Floor Press Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Triceps Brachii
Equipment
Barbell
Body Part
Upper Arms
Primary Muscle
Triceps Brachii
Secondary Muscles
Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5
Alternate Names
Reverse Grip Barbell Floor Press

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Barbell Reverse Grip Floor Press

  1. Lie on your back on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat.
  2. Hold the barbell with a reverse grip (palms facing you) and position it above your chest.
  3. Lower the barbell towards your chest while keeping your elbows close to your body.
  4. Press the barbell back up to the starting position, focusing on using your triceps.

Common Mistakes

  • Letting your elbows flare out.
  • Not using a full range of motion.
  • Lifting with your shoulders instead of your arms.

Modifications

  • Use a lighter barbell or a resistance band to reduce weight.
  • Perform the exercise with a Swiss ball for added stability.

Tips

  • Maintain a steady motion throughout the exercise.
  • Keep your elbows tucked in to reduce shoulder strain.
  • Focus on squeezing your triceps at the top of the movement.

Tags

triceps
upper arms
strength
barbell
reverse grip
chest

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