Barbell Wide Bench Press (female)

Barbell Wide Bench Press demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lay flat on a bench, hold the barbell wider than shoulder-width apart
  • 2Lower the bar to your chest in a controlled manner
  • 3Press the bar back up until your arms are fully extended
  • 4Pause at the top, then repeat the process for multiple reps

Tips:

  • Keep your feet flat on the floor to maintain balance
  • Don't let your lower back lift off the bench
  • Exhale as you push the bar up and inhale as you lower it down
  • Avoid locking your elbows at the top of the lift

Barbell Wide Bench Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs