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Barbell Bench Press
How to do it
- 1The barbell bench press is a classic compound exercise that primarily targets the pectoral muscles, while also engaging the triceps and shoulders.
Coaching cues
- Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.
- Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lift the barbell off the rack and hold it directly above your chest with your arms fully extended.
- Lower the barbell slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in.
- Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest.
- Push the barbell back up to the starting position by extending your arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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