pectoralsbarbell

barbell decline wide-grip press

barbell decline wide-grip press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Lie on a decline bench with your feet secured and your head lower than your hips.

Step 2. Grasp the barbell with a wide grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

Step 3. Lower the barbell to your chest, keeping your elbows out to the sides.

Step 4. Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

pectorals

Secondary muscles

tricepsshoulders

Primary body parts

chest

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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