Barbell Bench Press
Triceps·Barbell·Intermediate·Compound
Barbell Floor Press
The Barbell Floor Press is a partial-range pressing exercise where the elbows touch the floor before pressing. Limits shoulder hyperextension, making it shoulder-friendly and a tool for emphasizing triceps lockout.
Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
Sculpt
How to
How to do the Barbell Floor Press
- 01
Lie on the floor with a loaded Barbell at chest level, supports/spotters available.
- 02
Grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- 03
Lower the bar under control until your upper arms (triceps) touch the floor.
- 04
Pause briefly with elbows resting (no bouncing).
- 05
Press the bar back up to full extension by driving through your triceps and chest.
- 06
Repeat for reps.
Common questions
Frequently asked
What muscles does the Barbell Floor Press work?
The Barbell Floor Press primarily targets the Chest. Supporting muscles include Triceps, Shoulders.
Is the Barbell Floor Press a compound or isolation exercise?
The Barbell Floor Press is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Floor Press?
You need the following equipment: Flat Bench, Barbell.
What difficulty level is the Barbell Floor Press?
The Barbell Floor Press is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.
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