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Barbell Wide Bench Press
The Barbell Wide Bench Press is a barbell exercise that targets the chest, with the shoulders assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
Step by step
- Lie flat on a bench and grip the barbell wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Engage your core and maintain a slight arch in your back.
- Lower the barbell slowly toward your chest.
- Press the barbell upward until your arms are fully extended.
- Keep wrists aligned and control the bar throughout the movement.
- Avoid bouncing the bar off your chest for safety.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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