Reverse Grip Barbell Push ups / Press Ups
- Place a loaded barbell on the ground so that the bar itself is raised about 6 – 12 inches from the floor.
- Take the barbell with an underhand grip and get into a push-up position with your chest directly above the bar.
- Bend your elbows and slowly lower your chest towards the bar, being sure to allow your elbows to directly pass your rib cage. Make sure to keep your body strong and straight.
- When your chest is barely touching the bar, contract your pecs and push your body back up to the starting position.
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Reverse grip barbell push ups / press ups is a gym exercise that targets chest and triceps and also works biceps and shoulders. Use the illustration and instructions above to learn how to perform this exercise with proper form. Related exercises that work similar muscle groups include Muscle ups, incline dumbbell bench chest press and single / one arm / floor glute bridge press. Browse our free illustrated exercise directory for more exercises.
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