Movement · Chest
Lie flat on your back on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, arms extended straight up over your chest. Slowly lower the barbell out to the sides, keeping a slight bend in your elbows. Lower the barbell until your arms are parallel to the floor, feeling a stretch in your chest. Pause for a moment, then squeeze your chest muscles to bring the barbell back to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Technique
Lie flat on your back on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, arms extended straight up over your chest.
Slowly lower the barbell out to the sides, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
Lower the barbell until your arms are parallel to the floor, feeling a stretch in your chest.
Pause for a moment, then squeeze your chest muscles to bring the barbell back to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Training plans
No current ScoreDive plan references this exercise.
Move within a comfortable range and use qualified coaching when learning unfamiliar exercises or using equipment. This educational content is not medical advice.
