Barbell Floor Press
Chest & Triceps StrengthWHAT IS IT
The barbell floor press is a partial-range bench press performed lying on the floor. It eliminates leg drive and limits the bottom range of motion, making it an excellent builder of lockout strength and a safer alternative to the bench press.
HOW TO DO IT CORRECTLY
- 1Lie on your back with knees bent, feet flat on the floor.
- 2Unrack the barbell (or have it handed to you) with a grip slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- 3Lower the bar slowly until your upper arms rest on the floor — pause briefly.
- 4Press the bar back to full lockout, squeezing your chest and triceps at the top.
- 5Keep your core braced and wrists straight throughout.
MUSCLES WORKED
ChestTricepsShoulders
