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Barbell Guillotine Bench Press demonstration
Equipmentbarbell
Difficultyadvanced
pectoralschest

Barbell Guillotine Bench Press

The barbell guillotine bench press is a variation of the bench press where the bar is lowered to the neck instead of the chest, placing greater emphasis on the upper pectorals. This exercise requires careful control and proper technique to avoid injury.

Step-by-Step Form & Technique

  1. 1.Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.
  2. 2.Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. 3.Lower the barbell slowly towards your neck, keeping your elbows pointed outwards.
  4. 4.Pause for a moment when the barbell is just above your neck.
  5. 5.Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  6. 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

shoulderstriceps

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