Bench Press (Barbell)
strength / compound
Get Started With Bench Press (Barbell)
- 1
Lie on a flat bench with your eyes under the barbell, and your feet flat on the floor.
- 2
Grasp the barbell with a grip that is slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, with your hands facing forward.
- 3
Carefully lift the barbell off the rack and lower it to your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- 4
Take a deep breath and push the barbell up, straightening your arms.
- 5
Keep your back flat on the bench and your feet flat on the floor throughout the movement.
- 6
Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position, and repeat for desired reps.
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Equipment
BalanceFrom Vinyl Standard 1-Inch Plate Weight Plate for Strength Training, Weightlifting and Crossfit, Pair or Set with Barbell
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Marcy Flat Utility 600 lbs Capacity Weight Bench for Weight Training and Ab Exercises SB-315 , Black, 17 x 14 x 43.00 inches
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Fitness Reality Olympic Weight Tree/Plate Rack/Bar Holders/Chrome Storage Posts, 1000 lb
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REP FITNESS Flat Bench - FB-3000-1,000 lb Rated Bench for Weightlifting. Optional Wall Storage Hanger Sold Separately
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