VRS Postures: BenchPress
Muscles: Triceps, Deltoids, and
Pectorals
Instructions:
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Lie on the bench, feet should be comfortably planted on
the floor.
Hold hands on barbell, slightly more than shoulder width
apart.
Lift the bar from the rests, lower slowly to the chest. DO
NOT lay the bar on the chest or bounce the bar off the chest.
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Lift the bar slowly, and fully extend the arms
Repeat
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Cautions: Avoid arching the back. A
spotter may be necessary when weight is heavy. It is very difficult
to back out of the exercise if one is unable to raise the bar off the
chest.
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