Incline Barbell Bench Press
Learn how to do Incline Barbell Bench Press with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
Incline Barbell Bench Press is a Olympic Barbell/Bench exercise that primarily targets the Chest, with secondary activation of the Triceps, Shoulders. It has a MET value of 5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 175 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do Incline Barbell Bench Press
1 - Load the bar to a weight that lets you properly complete the given reps. Don't forget to place the safety clips on the ends.
2 - Lie on your back on the incline bench and grab the bar with a medium grip (a 90° angle should form between your forearms and upper arms). Lift the bar off the rack and bring it right above you.
Nice, you're in the starting position 👌
3 - Now, slowly lower the bar until it touches the center of your chest.
4 - After a very short pause, push the bar back to the starting position while squeezing your pecs.
5 - Once all reps are done, rack the bar back in place.
Feel free to rewatch the video to fully understand the movement.
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Start Free TrialMuscles Worked by Incline Barbell Bench Press
Equipment
- Olympic Barbell
- Bench
Calories Burned Doing Incline Barbell Bench Press
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MET 5Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)
Quick Facts: Incline Barbell Bench Press
- Type
- Olympic Barbell exercise
- Primary muscle
- Chest
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Shoulders
- MET value
- 5
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 175 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: Incline Barbell Bench Press
What muscles does Incline Barbell Bench Press work?
Incline Barbell Bench Press primarily targets the Chest, with secondary engagement of the Triceps, Shoulders.
How do you do Incline Barbell Bench Press correctly?
How to perform this exercise correctly 😎 1 - Load the bar to a weight that lets you properly complete the given reps. Don't forget to place the safety cl
Is Incline Barbell Bench Press good for beginners?
Incline Barbell Bench Press has a MET value of 5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.
What equipment do you need for Incline Barbell Bench Press?
Incline Barbell Bench Press requires: Olympic Barbell, Bench.
What are the benefits of Incline Barbell Bench Press?
Incline Barbell Bench Press strengthens the Chest, engages the Triceps and Shoulders.
What exercises are similar to Incline Barbell Bench Press?
Similar exercises to Incline Barbell Bench Press include Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press, Bench Press Machine, Close Grip Push-Ups, Decline Bench Press.
Is Incline Barbell Bench Press better than Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press?
Both Incline Barbell Bench Press and Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press target the Chest. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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