Barbell Bench Press Medium Grip

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Instructions

• Lie back on a flat bench. Use a medium-width grip and lift the barbell from the rack, holding it straight over the chest with arms locked.
• Inhale and begin lowering the bar slowly until it touches the middle of the chest.
• Pause briefly and push the bar back to starting position as you exhale. Arms should be straightened. Repeat.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Bouncing the bar off the chest instead of using muscle strength.
• Flaring elbows out too wide, which can cause shoulder strain.
• Not keeping feet flat on the floor.
• Arching back excessively while lifting the bar.
• Gripping too narrow or too wide on the barbell.

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