The method of using a downward inclined bench press strength machine:
1. Lying on a bench with adjustable slope, with the head in a low position, the torso is at an angle of 20-40 degrees to the ground, the feet are fixed to prevent the body from sliding down, the grip distance is slightly wider than the shoulders, and the barbell is held with the forehand.
2. Control the movement and slowly lower the barbell to the lower part of the pectoralis major muscle.
3. Push the barbell vertically upwards to the vertical line at the shoulder joint, pause briefly, and control the lower part of the barbell to complete a complete movement below the pectoralis major muscle.
Make sure your feet are locked or wrapped around the end of the bench to prevent any slipping when doing this action. Don't hold too wide, as it can cause discomfort in your shoulders when lowering. In addition, it is necessary to avoid holding too narrow. The target height of this action does not require too narrow grip strength for your triceps, and this type of grip strength can result in excessive pressure on your elbows and wrists.
What are the techniques for practicing barbell bench press gym equipment?
1. Under the barbell
No matter what training movement you do, the initial contact with barbells, dumbbells, or other fitness equipment is very important. Don't worry, take it slow. When preparing for a push, first lie down on the fitness chair, making sure your hips, waist, upper back, and head are firmly placed on the chair, and your eyes are in line with the barbell.
2. Foot position
Your feet can be placed in different positions because everyone's habits and physiological structure are different, but the prerequisite is to ensure that your feet can steadily exert force through the ground, without trying different positions.
3. Ring holding distance
Whether it's a narrow hand, a wide hand, or a regular grip, you can train your chest. However, due to individual differences in physiological structure, you can try which grip is most suitable for you to exert force. At the same time, the distance of holding the bell should not be fixed, and slight adjustments should be made occasionally to effectively stimulate muscles.
4. Wrist posture
When you were still beginners, the weight of the bench press was still small, and the posture of the wrist seemed unimportant. However, as the weight of the bench press began to increase, if the wrist posture was incorrect, it would weaken the weight of the bench press, and if it was too heavy, it would cause arthritis, seriously affecting the training progress.