
Classification
Utility: | Basic or Auxiliary |
Mechanics: | Compound |
Force: | Push |
Instructions
Preparation
Lie supine on decline bench with feet under leg brace. Dismount barbell from rack over chest using wide oblique overhand grip.
Execution
Lower weight to chest. Press bar until arms are extended. Repeat.
Comments
Range of motion will be compromised if grip is too wide. Latissimus Dorsi involvement is l ow on Decline Bench Press (Barnett 1995). Also see Bench Press Analysis.