Chest exercise

Barbell Decline Bench Press

Barbell press on a decline bench for the lower chest.

  • Primary muscleChest
  • Also worksTriceps
  • EquipmentBarbell, bench, and rack
  • TypeCompound
  • MovementHorizontal push
  • LevelIntermediate
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Barbell Decline Bench Press, exercise photo
  • Chest
  • Triceps
  • Barbell, bench, and rack

How to do the Barbell Decline Bench Press

4 steps, in the order you do them.

  1. Hook your feet in the decline bench and lie back with your eyes under the bar.
  2. Grab the bar slightly wider than your shoulders and lift it off the rack.
  3. Lower with control to your lower chest.
  4. Push until your arms are straight.

Muscles worked

Alternatives to the Barbell Decline Bench Press

They work the chest with other equipment, including options for training at home.

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Frequently asked questions

What muscles does the Barbell Decline Bench Press work?

The Barbell Decline Bench Press works mainly the chest. It also works the triceps.

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