Barbell Reverse Grip Bench Press
Description
This exercise involves lying on a bench and gripping a barbell with palms facing towards the body. The barbell is then lifted and lowered towards the chest, targeting the chest, triceps, and shoulders.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Barbell Reverse Grip Bench Press Instructions
- Start by lying flat on a bench with your feet firmly planted on the ground.
- Grasp the barbell with a reverse grip (palms facing towards you) and lift it off the rack.
- Lower the barbell slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest, then push it back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
- When finished, carefully rack the barbell back onto the rack.
Barbell Reverse Grip Bench Press Form & Visual
Barbell Reverse Grip Bench Press Benefits
- Targets the triceps, chest, and shoulders
- Increases upper body strength and power
- Improves bench press form and technique
- Engages the core muscles for stability and balance
- Allows for a greater range of motion compared to traditional bench press
- Can help alleviate shoulder pain and discomfort
Barbell Reverse Grip Bench Press Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii
- Pectoralis major
- Anterior deltoids
- Triceps brachialis
- Coracobrachialis
Barbell Reverse Grip Bench Press Variations & Alternatives
- Dumbbell Reverse Grip Bench Press
- Close Grip Barbell Bench Press
- Smith Machine Reverse Grip Bench Press
- Resistance Band Reverse Grip Bench Press
- Push-Up with Reverse Grip
