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barbell decline wide-grip press

barbell decline wide-grip press exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: pectorals. Equipment: barbell.

barbell decline wide-grip press exercise demonstration
Target muscle
pectorals
Muscle group
triceps
Body part
chest
Equipment
barbell

Secondary muscles

triceps, shoulders

How to perform

  1. Lie on a decline bench with your feet secured and your head lower than your hips.
  2. Grasp the barbell with a wide grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Lower the barbell to your chest, keeping your elbows out to the sides.
  4. Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.