Floor Press

A compound barbell exercise for the pectoralis major.

  • Chest
  • Barbell
  • Compound

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Muscles worked

MainPectoralis major
AlsoTriceps brachii, Anterior deltoid

Setup

The floor limits the range and emphasizes the lockout and triceps.

How to do it well

  • Lie flat on the floor with knees bent
  • Lower until the elbows touch the floor
  • Press back up powerfully

Common mistakes

  • Bouncing the elbows off the floor
  • Flaring the elbows too wide

Free programs with Floor Press

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.