Barbell Incline Bench Press
An upper chest exercise using a barbell on an incline bench.
- 45 secDuration
- 1 × 10Reps
- Adjustable Weight Bench, Olympic Barbell, Olympic Barbell With Weight PlatesEquipment
Muscles Targeted
- Chest
- Shoulder
- Tricep
How to Perform
- Lie on incline bench, feet flat.
- Grip barbell wider than shoulders.
- Lower barbell to upper chest.
- Push barbell back to start.
- Repeat with controlled motion.
Common mistakes
- Moving too quickly — use a slow, controlled tempo.
- Using more range than you can control — shorten the movement if your form changes.
- Holding your breath — breathe steadily throughout the exercise.
Pro tip
Start with a comfortable range and prioritise control over speed or distance.
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Variations & Alternatives
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