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Animated demo of Barbell Decline Wide-grip Press targeting Pectorals
GIF demonstration of Barbell Decline Wide-grip Press

Barbell Decline Wide-grip 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 a wide grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Lower the barbell to your chest, keeping your elbows out to the sides.
  4. Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Pectorals (primary)TricepsShoulders

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