Barbell Decline Close-Grip to Skull Press
The JM-press path on a decline bench: the close-grip bar comes down toward the chin as the elbows fold forward, then presses back over the chest.
How to do it
Setup
Decline bench, legs hooked, a barbell over the chest in a close overhand grip, arms straight.
Steps
- Lower the bar toward the chin, the elbows bending deeply and pointing forward.
- Stop when the forearms fold against the upper arms.
- Press the bar back up over the chest.
Common mistakes
Letting the bar drift to the face: bring it toward the chin, under control. Elbows flaring out to the sides: keep them pointing forward. Going heavy without a spotter: the bar ends near the head; have one.
Breathing
Inhale lowering, exhale pressing.
