Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Larsen Press, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Pectoralis major |
| Also | Triceps brachii, Anterior deltoid |
Setup
Bench with the legs held out straight, heels off the floor.
How to do it well
- Legs straight and off the floor, no leg drive
- Keep the upper back tight on the bench
- Press with the chest and arms only
Common mistakes
- Losing the arch and bouncing
- Loading it like a normal bench
Similar exercises
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.