Chest · Barbell

Reverse Grip Bench Press

Flip your grip and the bar drives straight into your upper chest.

Reverse Grip Bench Press exercise demonstration
ChestSecondary: TricepsBarbell

How to do it

  1. Set up on the bench and grip the bar with palms facing you, hands shoulder width.
  2. Unrack and hold the bar over your upper chest.
  3. Lower the bar to your lower chest with elbows tucked in.
  4. Press back up and lock out over your upper chest.

The one cue that matters

Keep your wrists stacked and elbows tucked, have a spotter since the underhand grip is less stable.

Muscles worked

The Reverse Grip Bench Press is a Chest-first movement, with Triceps working as the supporting cast. Track it consistently and you'll see exactly how it feeds your chest volume for the week.

FAQ

What muscles does the Reverse Grip Bench Press work?

The Reverse Grip Bench Press primarily works the Chest with Triceps assisting.

How heavy should I go?

Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.

How many sets and reps of Reverse Grip Bench Press?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

Related exercises

All 85 chest exercises →
Track it in SUUPRLog sets, get smart progression hints, and train live with your crew.