Barbell exercise

Incline Bench Press (Barbell) form, muscles worked, and workout tracking

The incline barbell bench press targets the upper portion of the pectoralis major and the anterior deltoids. It is a staple compound movement used to build upper chest thickness and improve overall pressing strength.

Incline Bench Press (Barbell) illustration

How to do Incline Bench Press (Barbell)

  1. 1Set an incline bench to 30–45 degrees and lie back with feet planted firmly.
  2. 2Grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width and unrack it, holding it directly above your upper chest.
  3. 3Inhale as you lower the bar with control to your upper chest, keeping elbows tucked at a 45-degree angle.
  4. 4Exhale as you drive the bar upward to the starting position, focusing on squeezing your chest at the top.
  5. 5Maintain a neutral spine and avoid bouncing the weight off your chest.

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