What muscles does Incline Bench Press (Barbell) work?

Incline Bench Press (Barbell) primarily works the Upper Chest, Mid Chest, Lower Chest, Front Delts. Secondary muscles engaged include Triceps Lateral Head, Triceps Long Head, Serratus.

What equipment do I need for Incline Bench Press (Barbell)?

Incline Bench Press (Barbell) uses Barbell. You can track your sets, reps and progress for this exercise in the FitNotes X app.

How do I perform Incline Bench Press (Barbell) with correct form?

1. Set bench to 30-45 degree angle 2. Grip bar slightly wider than shoulders 3. Lower bar to upper chest 4. Press up and slightly back 5. Keep shoulder blades retracted

Is Incline Bench Press (Barbell) a chest exercise?

Yes, Incline Bench Press (Barbell) is categorized under Chest in the FitNotes X exercise library. Browse more chest exercises at https://fitnotesx.com/exercises/?cat=Chest.

Incline Bench Press (Barbell)

Bench press on incline for upper chest emphasis.

Technique

Set bench to 30-45 degree angle
Grip bar slightly wider than shoulders
Lower bar to upper chest
Press up and slightly back
Keep shoulder blades retracted
Full lockout at top
Don't bounce bar off chest

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