ChestTricepsShoulders
Take care with: shoulders
If you have trouble with your shoulders, check with a doctor or physio first. In the app we automatically swap this exercise for a gentler one when you report it.
Barbell bench press
BarbellBenchBeginner
How to
- 1
Lie down with your eyes under the bar and your feet planted.
- 2
Grip the bar slightly wider than your shoulders and pinch your shoulder blades.
- 3
Lower the bar under control to your lower chest.
- 4
Press it back up over your shoulders.
Tips
Ask someone to spot you on heavy sets.
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