Barbell Floor Press
Muscle Groups: Chest
Barbell Floor Press focuses on Chest, with Shoulders, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Barbell Floor Press with proper form and technique.
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Lie with your back flat against the floor. Grab a barbell off a squat rack or have a partner hand you the barbell and hold it with a wide overhand grip, just beyond shoulder-width. Raise the bar up overhead, bringing it above your chest with arms fully extended.
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Extend arms upward, keeping the elbows locked. Pause. Slowly lower the barbell until your elbows are resting on the ground. Repeat for prescribed number of reps.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Barbell Floor Press safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Be sure to squeeze the working muscles at the top of the movement.
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Be sure to exhale during the pushing motion.
Secondary Muscles
While Barbell Floor Press primarily targets Chest , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Triceps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Barbell Floor Press, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Barbell Floor Press, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
