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Barbell Bench Press

The classic horizontal press for overall pec mass.

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Form guide for Barbell Bench Press: Bench press.

How to do it

  1. 1Lie on a flat bench with eyes under the bar.
  2. 2Unrack, lower the bar to mid-chest with elbows ~45°.
  3. 3Press up until arms lock out without bouncing.