How to do the Barbell Pin Presses
Barbell Pin Presses is an intermediate single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Triceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Shoulders.
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Barbell Pin Presses at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Triceps
- Secondary muscles
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Barbell Pin Presses step by step
- 1Set up a barbell on a power rack at chest height.
- 2Stand facing the barbell and position yourself underneath it, with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 3Grip the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 4Lift the barbell off the rack and hold it directly above your chest, with your arms fully extended.
- 5Lower the barbell down towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in close to your body.
- 6Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest.
- 7Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- 8Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Barbell Pin Presses — questions
What muscles does the Barbell Pin Presses work?
The Barbell Pin Presses primarily targets the Triceps. It also recruits the Shoulders as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Pin Presses?
You need barbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Barbell Pin Presses suitable for beginners?
It is classed as intermediate. Build the movement pattern with an easier variation first, then add load once the technique holds under fatigue.
What can I do instead of the Barbell Pin Presses?
Barbell Decline Close Grip To Skull Press, Barbell Incline Reverse-grip Press, Barbell Reverse Grip Skullcrusher train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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