Floor Press

General And Specifics

• a partner should help you with this exercise

Starting Position

• your partner passes you the barbell, take it with over hand grip a bit wider than shoulder width
• to prevent injuries, make sure that the weight does not break out
• your elbows need to remain vertically under the barbell
• bend your knees, then you can put the feet on the ground to stabilize your body

Correct Execution

• let the weight sink down slowly until your triceps touches the ground
• do not bend your wrists
• keep your body braced and avoid a hollow-back
• push the barbell up again
• your elbows still need to remain vertically under the barbell
• repeat the barbell exercise