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Barbell Pullover to Press

The Barbell Pullover to Press is a barbell exercise that targets the chest, with the shoulders assisting. Follow the 7 steps below.

Barbell Pullover to Press demonstration
Target muscles
Chest
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Barbell
Body part
Chest

Step by step

  1. Lie flat on a bench holding a barbell above your chest with straight arms.
  2. Engage your core and keep your back flat against the bench.
  3. Lower the barbell slowly backward over your head in a pullover motion.
  4. Bring the barbell back above your chest and press it upward until arms are fully extended.
  5. Keep movements controlled and avoid arching your lower back.
  6. Maintain wrist alignment and steady breathing.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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