Incline Barbell Bench Press:

Target Muscles

Pectoralis major (upper chest).
Also used Anterior deltoids, Triceps, Pectoralis major.
Starting Position

* Lie on an incline bench angled at 30-60° (the steeper the incline, the greater the stress on the upper pectorals and anterior deltoids). Ideally the bench should have an attached barbell rack.
* Hold the bar with your hands shoulder­width apart, palms facing forwards. Remove the bar from the barbell rack so it is positioned directly over your collarbone with your arms fully extended.

The Movement

* Bend your arms, allowing your elbows to travel out to the sides, and slowly lower the bar down to your chest.
* The bar should just touch the upper part of your chest beneath your collarbone. Hold for a count of two.
* Push the bar back to the starting position.

Tips

* Do not arch your back as you push the bar upwards. This risks lower-back strain.