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Animated demo of Barbell Decline Bench Press targeting Pectorals
GIF demonstration of Barbell Decline Bench Press

Barbell Decline Bench Press

An exercise for the Chest - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partChest Target musclePectorals EquipmentBarbell

Step by step

  1. Lie on a decline bench with your feet secured and your head lower than your hips.
  2. Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Unrack the barbell and lower it slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the barbell back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Pectorals (primary)TricepsShoulders

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