Larsen Press

How to do it

1. Lie on a flat bench with your eyes under the bar, grip it a little wider than your shoulders and pull your shoulder blades back.
2. Unrack the bar over your shoulders, then straighten your legs and lift your feet just off the floor.
3. Lower the bar to your lower chest with your elbows about 45° from your body, keeping your hips on the bench.
4. Press back up to straight arms, keeping your core braced so you don't rock or tip to one side.
5. Go lighter than on your usual bench, use a spotter or safety arms, and plant your feet before you rerack.

Warm up first and pick a weight you can control through the whole movement. Stop if something hurts.

Muscles worked

• ChestMain
• TricepsHelping
• Front deltsHelping

Also known as

Larsen Press (Barbell)