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Animated demo of Barbell Decline Pullover targeting Pectorals
GIF demonstration of Barbell Decline Pullover

Barbell Decline Pullover

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

Body partChest Target musclePectorals EquipmentBarbell

Step by step

  1. Lie down on a decline bench with your head lower than your hips and your feet secured.
  2. Hold the barbell with a pronated grip (palms facing away from you) and your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Extend your arms above your chest, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
  4. Lower the barbell in an arc motion behind your head, feeling a stretch in your chest and shoulders.
  5. Pause for a moment, then return the barbell to the starting position by reversing the motion.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Pectorals (primary)TricepsShoulders

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