Exercise library
Chest
Reverse-Grip Barbell Bench Press
- Primary muscle
- Chest
- Also works
- Triceps, Shoulders
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Movement pattern
- Horizontal push
- Role in a program
- Primary
How to do it
Lie flat and grip the bar with palms facing you at shoulder width, using a spotter for safety. Lower the bar to the lower chest with elbows tucked, then press up to lockout. The supinated grip increases upper-chest activation.
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
- Decline Barbell Bench PressBarbellHorizontal push
- Incline 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: