Incline barbell bench press

Muscles

• Anterior deltoid
• Pectoralis major (clavicular head)
• Pectoralis major (sternal head)
• Serratus anterior
• Triceps brachii (long head)
• Triceps brachii (medial head)
• Triceps brachii (lateral head)

Technique

1. Lie on an incline bench and grasp the barbell with a medium grip.
2. Lower the bar toward your upper chest with control.
3. Press the barbell upward until your arms are fully extended.

Form tips

1. Lower the bar to the upper part of your chest.
2. Keep the shoulder blades back and down

Similar Exercises

• Barbell bench press
• Dumbbell bench press
• Kettlebell bench press
• Incline dumbbell bench press
• Close grip bench press

Equipment

• Bench