Exercise library
Chest
Decline Barbell Bench Press
- Primary muscle
- Chest
- Also works
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Movement pattern
- Horizontal push
- Role in a program
- Primary
How to do it
Secure your legs on a decline bench and grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder width. Lower the bar to the lower chest, then press up until the arms lock out. The decline angle targets the lower pec fibers.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the chest — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Barbell Bench PressBarbellHorizontal push
- Barbell Floor PressBarbellHorizontal push
- Incline Barbell Bench PressBarbellHorizontal push
- Reverse-Grip Barbell Bench PressBarbellHorizontal push
- Wide-Grip Barbell Bench PressBarbellHorizontal push
- Archer Push-UpBodyweightHorizontal push
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the chest: