Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Press

Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Press

Description

This exercise involves using a barbell with a reverse grip while performing an incline bench press. It primarily targets the upper chest, shoulders, and triceps.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Press Instructions

  1. Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
  2. Load the desired weight onto a barbell and secure it with collars.
  3. Lie down on the bench with your feet flat on the ground and your head at the top of the bench.
  4. Reach up and grasp the barbell with a reverse grip (palms facing towards you) with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  5. Unrack the barbell and lower it towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in close to your body.
  6. Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement, then press the barbell back up to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of reps.
  8. Rack the barbell and sit up to end the exercise.

Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Press Form & Visual

Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Press

Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Press Benefits

  • Increases explosive power and strength in the legs, hips, and upper body
  • Improves coordination and balance
  • Engages multiple muscle groups, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, back, shoulders, and arms
  • Can be modified for different fitness levels and goals
  • Can be incorporated into a full-body workout routine
  • May improve athletic performance in sports that require explosive movements, such as basketball or football

Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Press Muscles Worked

  • Chest muscles (pectoralis major and minor)
  • Shoulder muscles (anterior deltoids)
  • Triceps brachii

Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Press Variations & Alternatives

  • Barbell reverse grip bench press
  • Incline Barbell reverse grip bench press
  • Barbell reverse grip decline bench press
  • Close-grip Barbell reverse grip bench press
  • Smith machine reverse grip bench press
  • Dumbbell reverse grip bench press
  • Reverse grip push-ups