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Barbell Incline Bench Press with Pause

The barbell incline bench press with a 3-second pause targets the upper chest, anterior deltoids, and triceps while eliminating momentum to build strength at the sticking point.
TRX & Calisthenics - Relative Strength
Specification & Key Parameters
4 parameter
Parameter Value Parameter Value
Duration
15 min
Calories
420 KCAL
Level
advanced
Equipment
Barbell, Adjustable Flat-Incline-Decline Bench

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  1. 1. Setup: Set the bench to a 45-degree incline. Lie flat on your back with your feet planted firmly on the floor. Grip the barbell with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width, retract and depress your scapulae, and brace your core.
  2. 2. Eccentric Phase: Unrack the barbell and lower it in a slow, controlled motion toward your upper chest while inhaling deeply.
  3. 3. Isometric Pause: Hold the barbell motionless just above or touching your chest for a full 3 seconds, maintaining total muscular tension without bouncing.
  4. 4. Concentric Phase: Drive the barbell explosively upward along the natural pressing path, exhaling as you push past the sticking point.
  5. 5. Safety: Maintain control throughout the set, avoid locking out your elbows completely at the top, and use a spotter when lifting heavy loads.

Physiological Impact

3%
Heart Rate Impact
4%
Muscle Load
3%
Fatigue Level
3%
Recovery Rate

Caloric Benchmarking

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