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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