Workout | Decline Bench Press |
Primary Muscle Group | Chest |
Secondary Muscle Group | Shoulders, Triceps |
Equipment Required | Barbell |
Force Type | Push |
Mechanics | Compound |
Exercise Type | Strength |
Difficulty | Beginner |
Muscle Groups
- Primary Muscle GroupDecline Bench Press - Step-by-Step Guide
Decline Bench Press OverviewThe decline Bench Press is a great exercise for strengthening your lower chest muscles. It is a variation of the popular chest workout, the flat bench press. In the decline Bench Press, the bench is set at a 15 to 30 degree decline. This angle tilts your torso downward and activates your lower pectoral muscles as you lift the weight away from your body. As part of a complete chest workout, the decline bench press will make your pectoral muscles more visible.
One of the most talked about benefits of decline training is effective training of the lower body. The unique decline angle of this bench press reduces the strain on these parts of the body. The decline Bench Press does more than just work your chest muscles. It also activates the triceps. The unique position of the decline Press allows you to lift heavier than normal weights, of course this adds to the overall strength and better results.