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Floor Press
A barbell pressing movement performed on the floor, limiting range of motion and taking the lower body out of the equation.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- pectoralis major · anterior deltoid · triceps brachii
- Goals
- hypertrophy · strength
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- intermediate
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Lie on the floor and position yourself under a barbell in a rack.
- Lower the barbell to your chest until elbows touch the floor.
- Press back up to lockout.
- Repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Elbows touching the floor provides a natural stopping point.
- Useful for addressing lockout weakness.