Barbell Larsen Press
Expert Advice
Keep your feet up and core engaged to prevent arching your back, which can lead to injury.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie flat on a bench with your feet up in the air, knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Hold the barbell above your chest with a grip slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- Lower the barbell to your mid-chest while keeping your elbows tucked at about a 45-degree angle from your body.
- Press the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Barbell Larsen Press primarily targets the Chest, with Strength mechanics using Barbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Chest100%
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Barbell Larsen Press work?
Barbell Larsen Press primarily targets the Chest. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Barbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Barbell Larsen Press?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Barbell Larsen Press suitable for beginners?
Barbell Larsen Press is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
