Wide Grip Bench Press Exercise Video

Exercise Instructions:

The wide grip bench press is exactly the same movement is the bench press but performed with a wider grip. Setup for the exercise by setting the weight of the bar rack (if it's adjustable) and adding the weight plates you want to use. Lay down on your back with your feet firmly planted on the floor. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip (palms facing forward) with your hands at the widest grip you can comfortably manage. Take the bar off the rack. Slowly lower the bar straight down to the middle of your chest. Don't let the bar touch your chest! Pause, then slowly raise the bar back up. Do not lock your elbows out or rest at the top, go straight back into your next rep. Repeat this process for your desire reps.

Tips & Advice:

The wide grip bench press is a variation of the barbell bench press. For tips on correct bench press technique check out the tips on the main bench press page.

More Barbell Chest Exercises:

1. Barbell Bench Press
2. Close Grip Chest Press
3. Reverse Grip Bench Press
4. Wide Reverse Grip Bench Press
5. Guillotine Press
6. Incline Bench Press
7. Reverse Grip Incline Bench Press
8. Decline Bench Press
9. Floor Bench Press
10. Barbell Pullover And Press

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