Target Muscle

    Chest

    Equipment

    Barbell

    Difficulty

    Advanced

    Category

    Strength

    Barbell Wide Reverse Grip Bench Press

    The barbell wide reverse grip bench press is a chest exercise that targets the pectorals, with secondary emphasis on the tricep and shoulders. It involves lying on a bench and pressing a barbell with a wide, reverse (underhand) grip.

    Also Works

    TricepsShoulders

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.

    2. 2

      Grasp the barbell with a wide reverse grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

    3. 3

      Lift the barbell off the rack and hold it directly above your chest with your arms fully extended.

    4. 4

      Lower the barbell slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in and your wrists straight.

    5. 5

      Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest, then push it back up to the starting position.

    6. 6

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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