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Decline BB Bench Press
Profile: Compound
exercise for the lower chest
Suitability:
Intermediate / Advanced
Target Muscles:
Pectorals
Equipment: Barbell,
Bench with barbell supports (or similar), Mirror
Start / End Phase
Mid Phase
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Use a weight that allows you to control
the exercise with strict form suited to your training goals
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Adjust the bench so it is at about a 30
degree decline
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Lie down on the bench so that the
barbell is directly in front of your eyes
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Form a right angle with your arms and
take hold of the barbell. Keep your arms at this width throughout the exercise
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Take the barbell off he rack and extend
your arms. Steady the barbell
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Inhale whilst you lower the bar to your
chest. Allow the barbell to touch your lower chest but do not bounce it off your
chest
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Exhale whilst contracting your chest
muscles and using them to push the barbell up. Do not lock out at the end of the
movement
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