Incline Bench Press (Barbell)

Also known as: Incline Bench Press (Barbell).

Upper chest focused press

How to perform this exercise

1. Set the backrest to roughly 30–45 degrees and grip the bar just outside shoulder width.
2. Lower the bar under control toward the chest, forearms approximately vertical from the front and shoulders stable against the bench.
3. Press back above the shoulders without bouncing or lifting the hips. Return the bar securely to both hooks after the set.